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The cricketing world has once again acknowledged the remarkable talent of Indian pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah, as he was awarded the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year at the ICC Awards 2024. This honor celebrates his exceptional performances throughout the year, showcasing his brilliance in both Test matches and the T20 World Cup.
Dominance in Test cricket
Bumrah’s 2024 in Test cricket was historic, claiming an impressive 71 wickets in 13 matches, making him the highest wicket-taker of the year. His adaptability was on full display during India’s tour of Australia, where he led the team in the Perth Test, claiming a five-wicket haul and setting the stage for a dominant 295-run win. His remarkable 32 wickets in five matches during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy earned him the Player of the Series award. With an average of 14.92 and a strike rate of 30.1, Bumrah solidified his place among the best Test bowlers of the modern era.
T20 World Cup heroics
Bumrah also impressed in the T20 format, playing a key role in India’s unbeaten run in the 2024 T20 World Cup. With 15 wickets in eight matches, including crucial wickets in the final against South Africa, his bowling was instrumental in India’s success. His economy rate of 4.17 made him one of the standout performers in the tournament.
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Historic milestone achieved
Bumrah achieved a significant milestone in 2024, surpassing Ravichandran Ashwin to secure the highest ICC Test bowling rating for an Indian bowler, finishing the year with a career-high 907 points. This placed him joint-17th on the all-time list, alongside cricketing legend Derek Underwood. His nine-wicket haul in the Melbourne Test in December 2024 further elevated his standing, solidifying his position as the top-ranked bowler in the ICC Men’s Test Rankings.
Global recognition and awards
Bumrah’s outstanding 2024 did not go unnoticed, as he earned nominations for both the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy and the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year, ultimately winning the former. His performances garnered praise from cricketing legends such as Wasim Akram and Ian Bishop, who admired his unique bowling action and psychological impact on batsmen. Bumrah’s consistency and precision across formats have made him a celebrated figure in world cricket.
