On a historic day at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground, Jasprit Bumrah delivered a bowling performance that spoke louder than words.
As the crowd applauded and his name appeared on the honours board, Bumrah stayed calm and showed little emotion. The Indian pace ace picked up a brilliant five-wicket haul, rewriting records and stirring curiosity over his stoic reaction.
Fast Bowling Masterclass on Day 2
Bumrah came into the second day of the third Test against England with a quiet focus. What followed was a burst of classic Bumrah brilliance. He struck early with a dream delivery to dismiss Ben Stokes, and didn’t stop there. With smart swing and accurate bowling, he removed Joe Root, then Chris Woakes, and wrapped it up by getting Jofra Archer out.
When England’s innings ended at 387 runs, Bumrah had picked up 5 wickets while giving away just 72 runs. It was a performance that placed him among legends, not just for the numbers but for the manner in which he did it.
Record Watch: Bumrah Surpasses Kapil Dev
This latest five-wicket haul wasn’t just another milestone it was Bumrah’s 15th in Test cricket and 13th away from home, taking him past the legendary Kapil Dev for the most overseas fifers by an Indian.
What makes the achievement even more special is that it came at Lord’s, the home of cricket, where every notable performance is etched into history. Bumrah’s name will now forever be part of the Lord’s honors board a moment every cricketer dreams of.
No Celebration? Here’s What Bumrah Said
Fans and commentators were surprised by how quietly Bumrah reacted after taking five wickets. He didn’t pump his fist, shout in excitement, or jump in celebration. In fact, Mohammed Siraj had to lift Bumrah’s hand with the match ball to get him to acknowledge the crowd.
When asked about it after play, Bumrah offered a simple and honest explanation:
"I was just tired. I’ve bowled long spells, and I’m not in my early twenties anymore where I’d be jumping after every wicket. I was happy with my performance, but I wanted to keep my focus and get on with the job."
Not Just Skill, But Maturity
Bumrah’s performance at Lord’s reflected not just talent, but also the maturity of a bowler who understands his role and the importance of staying grounded. With the ball, he’s lethal; off the ball, he’s composed and calm traits that have shaped him into India’s pace leader.
This fifer also followed his earlier five-wicket haul in the same series at Leeds, making it two in three matches, and reinforcing his value in this high-pressure away tour.
England’s Resistance, Bumrah’s Breakthroughs
England had a solid platform at 251/4, but Bumrah’s spell flipped the script. His breakthroughs exposed the tail early. Jamie Smith (51) and Brydon Carse (56) tried to fight back, but Bumrah’s steady bowling kept the game in India’s favour.
What This Means Going Forward
As India continues its Test battle against England, Bumrah’s form is a huge asset. More importantly, it shows that he's peaking at the right time mixing aggression with experience.