India’s Jasprit Bumrah is named ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year.
Jasprit Bumrah on Monday has been named as ICC men’s Test Cricketer of the Year. The Indian spearhead has an excellent 2024 in both home and away conditions. He picked up 71 wickets in 13 matches.
Jasprit Bumrah pipped England batters Joe Root and Harry Brook, and Sri Lanka’s middle-order batter Kamindu Mendis for the award.
Jasprit Bumrah has been the spearhead of Indian cricket for the longest time, but this year proved to be at the top of his game.
Jasprit Bumrah called out a post on X that claimed he was advised bed rest for his back injury. (BCCI)
“I am deeply honored to receive the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year award. Test cricket has always been a format I hold close to my heart, and to be recognized on this platform is truly special,” Bumrah said.
“This award is not just a reflection of my individual efforts but also of the unwavering support of my teammates, coaches, and fans who continue to believe and inspire me every day. Representing India is a privilege I deeply cherish, and knowing my efforts bring smiles to people around the world makes this journey even more special.”
Jasprit Bumrah in action. (FILE)
Bumrah was impressive in all conditions, but his best performance so far has been in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, as he has picked up 30 wickets with a match to go. The series also witnessed him reach the 200 Test wickets milestone, becoming the fastest Indian to reach this feat.
With India’s captain Rohit Sharma not available for the first Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy in Perth, Bumrah took up the reins to lead the team to a 295-run victory. After being all-out for just 150 in the first innings, Bumrah shifted the control of the game to their side with a five wicket haul, and eventually bagged the three wickets in the second innings that closed the door on Australia who were chasing 534.
Bumrah’s performances saw him climb back to the top of the ICC Test bowlers rankings, and eventually won the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year award.
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