Jasprit Bumrah Becomes First Indian Pacer To Reach ICC's No.1 Test Ranking, Dethrones Ashwin
Jasprit Bumrah, who is having a fabulous home test series against England has added yet another feather to his enviable cap.?The 30-year-old Indian pace sensation, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian pacer to top the ICC Test rankings. Bumrah's phenomenal performance against England in Visakhapatnam, where he claimed a nine-wicket match haul, propelled him to the number one position.?
Mix of aggression and skills
This achievement underscores not only his individual brilliance but also signifies the rising influence of India's fast bowlers in the longest format of the game. Bumrah's remarkable display of aggressive and skillful pace bowling played a crucial role in India's series-levelling victory, earning him the well-deserved Player of the Match accolade.
Apart from Bumrah's feat, the latest ICC rankings also spotlight the emerging talents and noteworthy performances in Test cricket.
Jaiswal climbs up
Yashasvi Jaiswal's remarkable rise of 37 places, fueled by a splendid double-century, and Shubman Gill's ascent to a career-best 38th position after a century showcase the depth and dynamism in India's batting lineup. These young players, along with experienced campaigners, contribute to the team's success and highlight the promising future of Indian cricket.
The competitive spirit in Test cricket is further emphasized by the positive movements in the rankings for players from both India and England. Zak Crawley's climb to a career-best 22nd position after his significant contributions with the bat reflects the intense battles witnessed in the recently concluded Test match. As India celebrates Bumrah's historic achievement, the cricketing landscape continues to evolve, showcasing the perfect blend of experience and youthful exuberance that defines the team's success.
While Bumrah's rise to the top symbolises the broader transformation of India's cricketing prowess on the global stage, with a formidable bowling lineup complementing the team's batting strength.
With agencies inputs
