Jasprit Bumrah Becomes Joint-Fastest Indian to 50 Home Test Wickets as India Crush West Indies
On Thursday, October 2, India kicked off their two-Test series against the West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium, and it was a day to remember for Jasprit Bumrah and the Indian bowling attack.
The visitors, sent in to bat first, struggled against India’s relentless pace duo. Mohammed Siraj led the charge with a four-wicket haul, while Jasprit Bumrah picked up three crucial scalps, bundling out West Indies for just 162 runs. The collapse highlighted India’s dominance and set up a commanding position early in the match.
Bumrah Back to Best After Asia Cup
The spotlight was firmly on Jasprit Bumrah, who had a below-par showing during the Asia Cup 2025. However, the Indian spearhead returned to his lethal best, mixing sharp pace, pinpoint yorkers, and subtle swing to dismantle the West Indies batting line-up. His performance not only swung the game in India’s favor but also marked a historic milestone in his illustrious career.
Joint-Fastest Indian to 50 Home Wickets
With his three wickets in the first innings, Bumrah became the joint-fastest Indian to claim 50 Test wickets at home, achieving the feat in just 24 innings, equalizing with legendary pacer Javagal Srinath.
This feat also allowed Bumrah to surpass India’s 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev, who achieved the landmark in 25 innings. Other notable Indian bowlers on the list include:
Fastest Indian Bowlers to 50 Home Wickets:
| Bowler | Innings |
|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | 24 |
| Javagal Srinath | 24 |
| Kapil Dev | 25 |
| Ishant Sharma | 27 |
| Mohammad Shami | 27 |
Home vs Away Stats
Interestingly, out of 92 Test innings, only 24 innings for Bumrah have been played at home, making this achievement even more remarkable. Overall, Bumrah has 222 Test wickets, with 50 of them at home. His statistics further reveal that he is more effective on Indian pitches than overseas.
- Home: 50 wickets in 24 innings, strike rate 35.1
- Away: 172 wickets in 66 innings, strike rate 43.3
Bumrah’s superior home strike rate demonstrates his ability to exploit local conditions, combining skill, strategy, and precision.
India Set Up for Commanding Lead
Thanks to Bumrah and Siraj, India has put the West Indies on the back foot, creating a strong platform to build a commanding first-innings total. With the second Test scheduled shortly, Bumrah’s form provides a perfect morale boost for the visitors and fans alike.
As India looks to dominate the two-Test series, all eyes will remain on Bumrah, whose blend of pace, control, and consistency continues to cement his place among the greatest Indian fast bowlers in history.
