Jasprit Bumrah's Form Ahead Of 1st Test vs Bangladesh

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India's pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, is gearing up for a much-anticipated return to Test cricket following a well-earned break after India’s victorioys T20 World Cup 2024 campaign. Since leading India to glory in June, Bumrah has been strategically rested to manage his workload, missing the limited-overs series against Sri Lanka and the 2024 Duleep Trophy.

Now, with the two-match Test series against Bangladesh just around the corner, all eyes are on Bumrah as he readies himself to wear the whites again. India’s cricket fans are eagerly waiting for Bumrah's return, knowing his Test performances have been nothing short of exemplary.

Despite being out of Test action for a while, his recent form in the shorter formats has been sensational. Here’s a look at Jasprit Bumrah’s recent form across formats.

Jasprit Bumrah's Recent Form in Tests

Bumrah last played in a Test during the five-match series against England earlier this year in March. Although rested for one game, Bumrah played four Tests, and his performances were nothing less than outstanding.

He bagged 19 wickets in 8 innings at a remarkable economy rate of 3.09 and a jaw-dropping average of 16.89. He was India’s go-to bowler, consistently delivering when it mattered most.

Bumrah’s knack for picking up wickets at crucial junctures – whether breaking a stubborn partnership or making the new ball talk – has been his calling card in the longest format. With the Test series against Bangladesh looming, Bumrah's return will be a shot in the arm for India’s pace attack.

Jasprit Bumrah’s Recent Form in ODIs

Bumrah last played an ODI during the 2023 ODI World Cup final – a bitter pill for India, as they lost to Australia. However, despite the heartbreak, Bumrah's individual performance stood out.

He was one of the shining stars for India throughout the tournament, picking up 20 wickets in just 11 innings at an outstanding economy rate of 4.06 and an impressive average of 18.65. His ability to choke runs and pick wickets at the death, time and again, showed why he remains one of the most lethal ODI bowlers in the world.

Since the World Cup final, Bumrah has not featured in any ODIs, but his potential return is eagerly awaited. He'll be looking to shake off the dust and return to his devastating best once India resumes their 50-over commitments.

Jasprit Bumrah’s Recent Form in T20Is

If Bumrah’s ODI form was top-notch, his T20I performances have been nothing short of extraordinary. During the T20 World Cup 2024, Bumrah was the engine that powered India’s title win.

He picked up 15 wickets in just 8 matches at a scarcely believable average of 8.65 and an astonishing economy rate of 4.18 – numbers that won him the Player of the Series award. His ability to strangle opposition batsmen, even in high-pressure death overs, turned the tide in India’s favour on numerous occasions including the final.

Will Jasprit Bumrah translate his white-ball success in Test cricket?

With the Bangladesh Test series on the horizon, Bumrah's recent form in T20Is and ODIs will give him plenty of confidence as he transitions back to Test cricket. His match-winning ability along with his renewed energy and sharpness, will be critical for India.

When Bumrah is firing on all cylinders, batters are always walking on eggshells, unsure which delivery might nip back or which yorker might end their stay at the crease. 

His return couldn’t have come at a better time, and he will look to hit the ground running as India aims for success in the upcoming Test series to maintain their position at the top of the World Test Championship points table.