Jasprit Bumrah has risen in the past year to become the best player for India across all formats undoubtedly. He was the Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup 2024. He recently was the talk of the town at the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Even though India lost the series by 1-3, Bumrah was adjudged the Player of the Series.
This is because he picked up 32 wickets, becoming the bowler with the most number of wickets in a single edition of the prestigious India-Australia series. He now has added another feather to his cap.
Jasprit Bumrah, for his brilliant performance in the longest format of the game last year, has won the ICC Test Player of the Year 2024. He now becomes the first Indian pacer to win this prestigious honour. Overall he becomes the 6th Indian after Rahul Dravid (2004), Gautam Gambhir (2009), Virender Sehwag (2010), Ravichandran Ashwin (2016) and Virat Kohli (2018) to win this honour.
Bumrah finished as the highest Test wicket-taker in 2024, with 71 scalps at an astonishing average of 14.92.
“I am deeply honoured to receive the ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year award. Test cricket has always been a format I hold close to my heart, and to be recognized on this platform is truly special,” Bumrah said after being named the ICC Test Player Of The Year 2024.
“This award is not just a reflection of my efforts but also of the unwavering support of my teammates, coaches, and fans who continue to believe and inspire me every day. Representing India is a privilege I deeply cherish, and knowing my efforts bring smiles to people around the world makes this journey even more special,” the star India fast bowler added.
