Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah explained his surprisingly muted celebration after achieving a five-wicket haul against England at Lord’s, stating he was simply “tired” and no longer “21-22” to jump around.
Bumrah’s Historic Five-Wicket Haul
Jasprit Bumrah made history at Lord’s, claiming his 15th Test five-wicket haul and etching his name onto the prestigious Lord’s Honours Board for the first time. His impressive figures of 5/74 in 27 overs significantly contributed to India bundling out England for 387 in the third Test.
This achievement also saw him surpass Kapil Dev’s record for the most five-fors by an Indian in overseas Tests. Bumrah now boasts 13 five-wicket hauls away from home, showcasing his consistent brilliance on foreign soil.
The Reason Behind the Muted Celebration
Cricket fans were curious when Bumrah opted for a subdued celebration after reaching his milestone, prompting speculation. However, the Indian fast bowler quickly clarified the situation during the post-Day 2 press conference.
“The reality is that I was tired,” Bumrah explained with a smile. “There was no happiness factor missing. I bowled for a long time, and sometimes I get tired.” He added, “I’m not 21-22 anymore that I’ll jump around. I was happy I contributed—other than that, I just wanted to get back to my mark and bowl the next ball.”
Adapting to the Lord’s Pitch
Bumrah had a quieter start on Day 1, picking up only one wicket. However, he roared back on Day 2, claiming four crucial scalps. When asked about any technical adjustments, Bumrah revealed there weren’t many drastic changes.
He explained that the wicket started slower but quickened up as the heat increased. “Nothing massively that I changed,” he stated. “Obviously, you want to hit the top of off-stump in Test cricket, the rule doesn’t change. You try to swing the ball and nip it. That’s common.”
A Dream Achieved at Lord’s
Being named on the Lord’s Honours Board is a significant milestone for any cricketer, and Bumrah expressed how special it felt. He highlighted the rarity of playing Test matches at the iconic venue, noting that teams visit only every four years.
“As a child, you see a lot of Test cricket played here. Now, being on the honours board feels good,” he shared. “I was excited to play at Lord’s.”
- Jasprit Bumrah claimed his 15th Test five-wicket haul at Lord’s.
- He broke Kapil Dev’s record for most overseas five-fors by an Indian with 13.
- His muted celebration was due to fatigue, not unhappiness.
- Bumrah made minimal technical changes, adapting to the pitch’s evolving pace.
- Earning a spot on the Lord’s Honours Board was a special and exciting achievement for him.
Bumrah’s exceptional performance has left the third Test finely poised, showcasing his continued impact as one of India’s premier fast bowlers.
