Jasprit Bumrah named ICCMen’s Test Cricketer of the Year for 2024

By Prakhar Sachdeo

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was on Monday named ICC men’s Test Cricketer of the Year for excelling in both home and away conditions.

Bumrah amassed an astonishing 71 wickets, the most in 13 Tests in 2024, the most by a bowler in the year. He picked his wickets at an average of 14.92.

“Bumrah was the standout bowler in the world in 2024, excelling in both home and away conditions and proving a key contributor in keeping India in contention in the ICC World Test Championship standings,” the ICC stated in a press release.

The right-arm quick was instrumental in India’s series wins against England and Bangladesh at home, and he also rose to the occasion in away conditions in South Africa and Australia.

“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 in a media release.

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