Jasprit Bumrah has carved his name into cricket history by becoming the first Indian bowler to take 100 wickets in Tests, One Day Internationals, and Twenty20 Internationals. The milestone underlines not just longevity, but rare adaptability in an era where the demands of formats are sharply different and often conflicting. Bumrah’s achievement came during India’s T20I series against South Africa, adding another layer to a performance that already highlighted his importance to the team.
In Tests, Bumrah has built his reputation as a relentless strike bowler capable of breaking partnerships in any conditions. Whether swinging the new ball, exploiting reverse swing with the old one, or extracting awkward bounce on flatter surfaces, he has consistently delivered breakthroughs. His Test wickets have often come in clusters, changing the course of matches and giving India a cutting edge away from home — something Indian teams historically struggled to achieve.
In ODIs, Bumrah’s role has been equally crucial but tactically different. The format demands control as much as aggression, and Bumrah has mastered that balance. He can operate in the powerplay without leaking runs, return in the middle overs to stall momentum, and then close out innings at the death. His economy rate, combined with his wicket-taking ability, has made him one of the most dependable fast bowlers in the 50-over game.
T20 cricket, arguably the toughest format for bowlers, is where Bumrah’s skill set truly stands out. Batters attack relentlessly, margins are thin, and mistakes are punished instantly. Yet Bumrah has thrived. His deadly yorkers, sharp slower balls, and unorthodox action make him difficult to line up even for the best hitters. Reaching 100 T20I wickets reflects not just survival in this format, but dominance.
What makes this milestone special is that it places Bumrah among a very small global group of bowlers who have achieved the same feat. Across cricket history, only a handful have managed to reach 100 wickets in all three formats, highlighting how rare sustained excellence across formats really is. For an Indian fast bowler — traditionally seen as more format-specific — this achievement is even more significant.
Bumrah’s rise has also reshaped perceptions of fast bowling in India. He is not just a support act to spinners or a limited-overs specialist; he is a leader of the attack across formats. His presence allows captains to plan aggressively, knowing there is always a bowler capable of changing a game within a few overs.
Beyond numbers, Bumrah’s calmness under pressure sets him apart. Whether defending a small total, bowling to a set batter, or delivering the final over in a tight chase, he rarely looks rattled. That mental strength has been as important as his technical skill in building his record.
As India push toward future tournaments, including major global events, Bumrah’s historic milestone serves as a reminder of his central role in the team’s success. He is not just part of India’s bowling unit — he is its backbone. Reaching 100 wickets in all three formats confirms what has been evident for years: Jasprit Bumrah is one of the defining fast bowlers of his generation.
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