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Bumrah goes past Kapil Dev on an elite list [Source: AP]
In a remarkable achievement, ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah broke Kapil Dev's record, registering the second-highest wickets by an Indian bowler on English soil in Test cricket. The talismanic cricketer attained the landmark during the ongoing third Test against England at Lord's Cricket Ground.
Bumrah Breaks Kapil Dev's Record With Stunning Effort At Lord's
India had an emphatic start to the second day's play, with Jasprit Bumrah dismantling England with three quick breakthroughs. After outfoxing England captain Ben Stokes with a beauty, Bumrah went on to dismiss Joe Root and Chris Woakes, wreaking havoc in the hosts' camp.
His bowling exploits helped Bumrah surpass the legendary Kapil Dev on an elusive list. It's worth mentioning that Kapil Dev was India's second most successful Test bowler in England before this game, having scalped 43 wickets. However, Bumrah's four-wicket haul powered them to the second place as the seamer is only behind Ishant Sharma on the list.
Most Test wickets for India in England
- Ishant Sharma - 51
- Jasprit Bumrah - 46
- Kapil Dev - 43
- Mohammed Shami - 42
- Anil Kumble - 36
Thus, as mentioned above, Ishant Sharma claims the first position with 51 scalps. However, with two more games remaining on the tour, Bumrah might dethrone him and occupy the top spot by the end of the series. Kapil Dev is placed third, followed by Shami and Kumble, the only spinner among the top five.
Despite Bumrah's early blitz, England avoided a potential late-order collapse, thanks to a valiant stand between Brydon Carse and Jamie Smith. As a result, the hosts powered themselves to 353 for seven, with Carse and Smith batting on 33* and 51*, respectively, at lunch on day 2.
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