- Full Name: Jasprit Jasbirsingh Bumrah
- Nickname(s): Boom Boom Bumrah, JB
- Date of Birth: December 6, 1993
- Place of Birth: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Cricketer
- Batting Style: Right-Handed
- Bowling Style: Right-Arm Fast
- Role in Team: Bowler
- Jersey Number: 93
- Net Worth: 55 crore
Early Life & Family:
Jasprit Bumrah was born into a Punjabi Sikh household in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Bumrah’s mother, Daljit Kaur, raised him when his father, Jasbir Singh, died when he was just five years old. Bumrah’s mother, a school principal, encouraged him to pursue his passion of playing cricket despite his financial difficulties.
Bumrah began playing cricket at a young age, and his early career was influenced by Sanjay Patel, a former Indian cricket player and coach from Gujarat. He became well-known in 2013 in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after making an impression with his distinct bowling motion and speed.
Domestic & IPL Career:
- 2013: Played his first domestic cricket match for Gujarat.
- IPL: Selected by the Mumbai Indians in 2013 after being seen by former MI coach John Wright.
- Impact in the Indian Premier League: After learning under Lasith Malinga, he quickly established himself as a vital bowler for the Mumbai Indians and was instrumental in MI’s several IPL championship victories.
- Notable IPL Performance: He helped MI win the trophy by defending 14 runs against Pune Supergiant in the 2017 final.
International Career:
ODI & T20I Debut (2016)
- On January 26, 2016, Bumrah made his T20I debut against Australia, taking his maiden wicket with David Warner.
- On January 23, 2016, he played his first One-Day International in Sydney against Australia.
- He soon became India’s preferred bowler in limited-overs cricket due to his ability to
- deliver accurate yorkers in the last overs.
Test Debut & Success (2018-Present):
- Against South Africa on January 5, 2018, Bumrah made his Test debut.
- became the first bowler of Asian descent to claim five wickets in the same year in South Africa, England, Australia, and the West Indies (2018).
- key player in India’s historic victories in Australia in the 2018–19 and 2020–21 Test series.
- became the quickest bowler to reach 100 Test wickets for India.
- In 2019, India achieved their first-ever Test hat-trick against the West Indies.
Achievements & Records:
- Fastest Indian pacer to 100 Test wickets.
- First Asian bowler to take five-wicket hauls in South Africa, England, and Australia in the same year.
- India’s leading fast bowler across all formats.
- IPL winner multiple times with Mumbai Indians.
- Key bowler in India’s T20 World Cup and ODI campaigns.
- India’s vice-captain in Test cricket (2022).
Playing Style & Strengths;
- Deadly Yorkers: Like Malinga, Bumrah’s greatest strength is his ability to crush toes with his yorkers.
- Unconventional motion: He is challenging to choose due to his distinct sling-arm motion.
- Variations: Capable of efficiently bowling bouncers, slower balls, and reverse swing.
- Calm Under Pressure: Frequently performs well in pivotal games, particularly in the last overs.
Personal Life:
- Married to: Sanjana Ganesan (sports presenter) in March 2021.
- Hobbies: Loves watching movies, playing video games, and spending time with family.
Awards & Honors
- Polly Umrigar Award (2018-19) – Best International Cricketer by BCCI
- ICC ODI Team of the Year – 2017, 2018, 2022
- ICC T20I Team of the Year – 2017
- Named in ICC Test Team of the Year – 2018
- Arjuna Award (2021) – Recognized for outstanding performance in cricket
- Only Indian fast bowler to take a five-wicket haul in South Africa, England, Australia & West Indies
IPL Achievements
- Multiple IPL Titles with Mumbai Indians (2015, 2017, 2019, 2020)
- Purple Cap Contender & MI’s Leading Bowler for multiple seasons
- Defended 14 runs in the 2017 IPL Final, securing MI’s title
Bumrah’s dependability, lethal yorkers, and capacity to perform effectively under pressure make him one of India’s greatest fast bowlers ever.
Legacy & Influence:
- Revolutionized Indian Fast Bowling – Led India’s pace attack in all formats, making them a force overseas.
- Yorker King & Death Overs Specialist – Mastered the art of bowling under pressure in both international cricket and the IPL.
- Test Match Heroics – Key player in India’s historic Test series wins in Australia & dominant performances abroad.
- Unique Action, Big Impact – His unorthodox action and accuracy have inspired a new generation of pacers.
- Calm, Composed & Clutch – Always delivers in high-pressure situations, redefining India’s bowling culture.
- Bumrah isn’t just a great pacer—he’s a game-changer.
