Biography
Jasprit Bumrah, born on December 6, 1993, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, is one of the finest fast bowlers India has ever produced. Known for his unorthodox action, deadly yorkers, and calm temperament, he made his international debut in 2016 and quickly became a match-winner across formats. Bumrah is India's spearhead in pace attack, with memorable performances in overseas Tests and ICC tournaments. He played a crucial role in India’s historic Test series wins in Australia and England. Bumrah is also the first Indian fast bowler to take a Test hat-trick in a decade. He currently leads India’s bowling unit with distinction.
Career Highlights
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2021•
Wisden Cricketer of the Year
Celebrated in the ICC’s annual awards for overall performance.
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2021•
Most Sixes in IPL
Hit the highest number of sixes that season.
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2024•
Arjuna Award
Honored by the Government of India for excellence in sports.
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2024•
ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year
Selected in ICC’s prestigious format-wise best XI across multiple years.
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2020•
Gamechanger of the Season
Recognized by IPL authorities for match-turning performances.
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Yorkers on repeat Bumrah bowling masterclass
That run up that release Bumrah in beast mode
Breaking stumps and hearts Jasprit the game changer
Cool under pressure lethal in death overs the Bumrah effect
Engineering precision into every delivery Bumrah’s brilliance
Smiles between wickets the assassin with a grin
Personal Information
Full NameJasprit Jasbirsingh Bumrah
BornDecember 5, 1993
BirthplaceAhmedabad, Gujarat, India
TeamsIndia, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat, West Zone
NicknameBoom Boom, JB
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Major Achievements
ICC Men’s Test Team of the Year (2018, 2021)
Fastest Indian pacer to 100 ODI wickets
First Asian bowler to take a five-wicket haul in South Africa, England & Australia in the same calendar year (2018)
Test hat-trick against West Indies in 2019
Vice-captain and stand-in captain roles