Bumrah Surpasses Kapil Dev to Become India’s Top Wicket-Taker in Australia

Jasprit Bumrah etched his name in history by becoming India’s highest wicket-taker in Test cricket on Australian soil, surpassing the legendary Kapil Dev’s tally of 51 wickets. This milestone was achieved on December 18, 2024, during the fifth day of the ongoing third Test between India and Australia at The Gabba, Brisbane. Bumrah now has 52 wickets in Australia, making him the Indian bowler with the most Test wickets in the country, highlighting his crucial role in India’s pace attack.

Bumrah’s Record-Breaking Feat

Bumrah reached the landmark by dismissing Marnus Labuschagne on the fifth day of the third Test. The 31-year-old pacer has now taken 52 wickets in 20 innings, averaging 17.21, with three five-wicket hauls to his name. Kapil Dev, in comparison, took 51 wickets in 11 Tests at an average of 24.58.

Dominance in the Gabba Test and the Series

Bumrah has been the standout performer in the ongoing series, claiming 21 wickets in just six innings at an outstanding average of 10.71. His recent performance has included two five-wicket hauls, one of which came in the first innings of this Test at Brisbane. This has placed him among the most successful Indian bowlers in Australia.

Past and Present Comparison

Bumrah’s record-breaking achievement not only surpasses Kapil Dev but also sets a new benchmark for future Indian bowlers. Bumrah has surpassed Kapil’s total of 51 wickets, and with 52 wickets in just 10 Test matches, Bumrah is now the leading wicket-taker in Australia by an Indian player. Kapil Dev and Bumrah are the only Indians to have taken 50 or more wickets in Australia, with Anil Kumble sitting third at 49 wickets.

Bumrah’s Growing Legacy

The right-arm pacer is also just seven wickets away from becoming the sixth pacer and 12th Indian to take 200 Test wickets. He is currently on 193 wickets, and his consistent performance in Australia solidifies his status as one of the finest pacers in Indian cricket history.

Summary of the news

Why in News	Key Points
Jasprit Bumrah becomes India’s highest wicket-taker in Tests in Australia	Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev’s record of 51 wickets in Australia with 52 wickets.
Bumrah’s Record	Bumrah took 52 wickets in 10 Test matches in Australia at an average of 17.21.
Bumrah’s Milestone	Bumrah achieved this record on December 18, 2024, during the third Test at The Gabba.
Bumrah vs Kapil Dev	Bumrah’s tally of 52 wickets exceeds Kapil Dev’s 51 wickets from 11 Tests.
Bumrah’s Performance in the Series	Bumrah is the leading wicket-taker in the series with 21 wickets in 6 innings.
Bumrah’s Total Wickets in Tests	Bumrah currently has 193 wickets in Test cricket, needs 7 more to reach 200 wickets.
Bumrah’s Best Figures	Bumrah’s career-best figures in Australia are 6/33 during the 2018/19 tour.
Kapil Dev’s Stats in Australia	Kapil Dev took 51 wickets in 11 Tests in Australia at an average of 24.58.
Top Indian Bowlers in Australia	Bumrah (52 wickets), Kapil Dev (51 wickets), Anil Kumble (49 wickets).
Bumrah’s Five-Wicket Hauls	Bumrah has 3 five-wicket hauls in Australia.
Bumrah’s Role in the Third Test	Bumrah took 2 wickets in the second innings, surpassing Kapil Dev’s record.
India’s Best Performers in Australia	Bumrah is the only Indian bowler with 50+ wickets in Australia along with Kapil Dev.