‘He is the modern day GENIUS’ – Fans react as Jasprit Bumrah becomes first Indian pacer to top Test bowling rankings

India’s star cricketer, Jasprit Bumrah, makes history by becoming the first Indian fast bowler to claim the top spot in the Test bowlers’ rankings. Notably, climbing three places to No. 1, he surpasses his teammate Ravichandran Ashwin on Feb 7. This achievement marks a significant rise for star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who previously held the highest ranking of No. 3.

The 30-year-old cricketer, Jasprit Bumrah, ascent to the top spot in the Test bowlers’ rankings is a historic achievement, surpassing the previous highest ranking for an Indian fast bowler Kapil Dev reached No. 2 on the Test bowlers’ table from December 1979 to February 1980. Meanwhile, fast bowler Zaheer Khan achieved the No. 3 spot in October–November 2010.

However, star cricketer Jasprit Bumrah’s ascent to the top spot in the Test bowlers’ rankings follows an exceptional performance in the second Test against England in Visakhapatnam. Notably, the Gujarat-born cricketer’s match haul of 9 for 91 played a pivotal role in India’s victory over Ben Stokes-led side, where he showcased his skills with the ball. In addition, the great seamer’s remarkable display earned him the Player of the Match award as India levelled the series 1-1. Moreover, Jasprit Bumrah became the fastest Indian bowler to reach 150 Test wickets in just his 34th Test.

Jasprit Bumrah has ascended to the top spot in the Test bowlers’ rankings after the India vs. England Test series

Notably, Jasprit Bumrah, who was the leading wicket-taker in the series against England, has ascended to the top spot in the Test bowlers’ rankings after the India vs. England Test series. Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional performance in the second Test, where he claimed nine wickets, contributed significantly to this achievement.

Meanwhile, India’s young opener, Yashasvi Jaiswal, also experienced a notable rise, climbing 37 places to No. 29 in the Test batsman rankings after his career-best knock of 209 against England in Visakhapatnam. On the other hand, New Zealand star batter Kane Williamson maintains his position as the top-ranked Test batsman after his impressive performances in the first Test match against South Africa at the Bay Oval, where he went on to hammer back-to-back centuries in the Test series.

Check here how fans have reacted to his rankings: