Jasprit Bumrah etched his name further into the annals of Indian cricket history during the first Test against England at Headingley, Leeds, on June 22, 2025. The right-arm fast bowler's exceptional performance saw him capture 5 wickets for 83 runs (5/83) in England's first innings, achieving a milestone that places him alongside the legendary Kapil Dev.

Bumrah's 5/83 marks his 14th five-wicket haul in Test matches. More significantly, it is his 12th such feat achieved in overseas Tests, equaling the record held by Kapil Dev for the most five-wicket hauls by an Indian bowler in away Tests. This accomplishment underscores Bumrah's status as one of India's premier fast bowlers in all conditions, capable of dismantling opposition batting lineups on foreign soil. He is also the first Asian bowler to take 150 wickets in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia) countries.

The Headingley Test saw England opting to bowl first after winning the toss. India scored 471 runs in their first innings. In response, England were eventually bowled out for 465, handing India a slender lead of six runs. Bumrah's contribution was vital in restricting England's total, preventing the hosts from gaining a substantial lead. Despite a hundred from Ollie Pope and a near-century (99) from Harry Brook, England's batting order struggled to cope with Bumrah's pace, movement, and relentless accuracy.

Bumrah's wickets included key English batsmen, demonstrating his ability to strike at crucial moments. His victims included Zak Crawley, Joe Root and Josh Tongue. While other bowlers like Prasidh Krishna supported with 3 wickets, Bumrah was the standout performer, bowling with aggression and control.

Sachin Tendulkar, lauded Bumrah's performance, acknowledging the missed opportunities that could have resulted in an even more remarkable nine-wicket haul. Tendulkar highlighted dropped catches and a no-ball that cost Bumrah a dismissal, underscoring the bowler's exceptional effort.

This achievement adds another feather to Bumrah's already decorated cap. A veteran of 45 Test matches, Bumrah has taken 205 wickets at an impressive average of 19.40. His ability to bowl consistently at high speeds, combined with his pinpoint yorkers and clever variations, makes him a potent threat to any batting lineup. In addition to his Test exploits, Bumrah has also proven his mettle in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and T20 Internationals, making him an invaluable asset to the Indian team across all formats of the game. He has played 89 ODI matches and taken 149 wickets with an average of 23.55. In 70 T20Is, Bumrah has 89 wickets, averaging 17.74.

With the series against England still in its early stages, Jasprit Bumrah will look to add more wickets to his tally and further cement his legacy as one of the greats of Indian cricket. His performance at Headingley is a testament to his skill, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the game, and a clear indication of his importance to India's chances of success in the ongoing Test series.