Leeds, June 23, 2025 — Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah etched his name in the history books yet again during the ongoing first Test between India and England at Headingley, producing a sensational performance that combined skill, control, and sheer class. In a landmark achievement, Bumrah became the first fast bowler to take 11 five-wicket hauls in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC), surpassing the previous record held by Australia’s Pat Cummins.

The Indian pacer also reached a unique milestone by becoming the first Asian bowler to take 150 Test wickets in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia), overtaking Pakistan legend Wasim Akram, who had 146.

Dominating the WTC: Bumrah Leads the Pack

On Day 3 of the Headingley Test, Bumrah produced a brilliant spell, finishing with 5 wickets for 83 runs in England’s first innings. This five-wicket haul was his 11th in the World Test Championship, a format introduced in 2019 to bring greater context and competitiveness to bilateral Test series.

Bumrah now stands as the leading bowler in terms of five-wicket hauls in WTC history—a feat unmatched by any other pacer in the world. Previously, Australia’s Pat Cummins led with 10 five-wicket hauls.

This achievement reaffirms Bumrah’s consistency and excellence in red-ball cricket, especially in high-stakes WTC matches across diverse playing conditions.

Setting a New Benchmark in Overseas Conditions

Adding another feather to his cap, Bumrah became the first Asian bowler to take 150 Test wickets in SENA countries—a group traditionally known for favoring fast bowlers and offering challenging conditions for visiting subcontinent players.

He surpassed the long-standing record of 146 wickets held by Pakistan’s Wasim Akram. Bumrah reached this milestone in just 34 overseas Tests, a testament to his remarkable strike rate and ability to adapt to pace-friendly tracks in South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia.

This puts him in the elite company of global pace icons and significantly raises the bar for Asian pacers on overseas tours.

Bumrah’s Figures at a Glance

Wickets in SENA countries: 150 (in 34 matches)

Total Test wickets: 159 (in 37 matches)

Five-wicket hauls in WTC: 11 (most by any bowler)

Total five-wicket hauls: 14 (12 of them overseas)

Matches played in WTC (2019–2025): 26

What Makes Bumrah Special?

Jasprit Bumrah’s unique action, deceptive pace, and ability to extract movement even on flatter tracks have made him a nightmare for batters worldwide. His success overseas is attributed to:

Ability to maintain discipline in line and length.

Seam and swing mastery with both the red and white ball.

Incredible work ethic and game awareness.

He is not only India’s strike bowler but also a leader who inspires the bowling unit in high-pressure situations.