The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the India-Australia T20I series, with star pacer Jasprit Bumrah standing just one wicket away from a monumental milestone. Bumrah, who has been in exceptional form throughout his career, requires one more scalp to reach the century mark of 100 wickets in T20 internationals. Should he succeed, he will become only the second Indian to achieve this feat, joining teammate Arshdeep Singh in the elite club.
What makes this achievement even more special is that Bumrah will also become the first Indian bowler to claim 100 or more wickets across all three international formats—Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. This would cement his legacy as one of the most complete and impactful fast bowlers in modern cricket. His consistent match-winning performances and control in the death overs have made him the backbone of India’s bowling attack.
In his T20I career so far, Bumrah has played 79 matches and taken 99 wickets with an impressive average of 18.11. His best figures of 3 for 7 underline his explosive potential and ability to dismantle top batting line-ups. In the ongoing T20I series against Australia, he has been economical as always, conceding just 6.58 runs per over and collecting three wickets in as many matches.
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Beyond the shortest format, Bumrah’s numbers across formats reinforce his world-class stature. In 50 Tests, he has taken 226 wickets at a remarkable average of 19.83, including ten five-wicket hauls. In One-Day Internationals, he has struck 149 times in 89 matches, boasting an average of 23.55. His best figures of 6 for 19 in ODIs and 6 for 27 in Tests testify to his match-winning pedigree.
As India lead the series 2-1, the final T20I in Brisbane on Saturday promises not just an exciting finish but potentially a historic moment for Indian cricket. Fans will be eagerly watching to see if Bumrah can script yet another record and continue adding golden chapters to his already illustrious career.
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