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Jasprit Bumrah, Player of the Tournament in ICC T20 World Cup 2024, took 15 wickets and achieved a rare batting feat
In the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, the Indian cricket team delivered a spectacular performance, ultimately lifting the trophy. While the entire team showed balance and skill, the player who made the most impact in every match was pacer Jasprit Bumrah. His brilliant bowling dismantled opposition line-ups and played a crucial role in India’s championship run. Due to this exceptional performance, Bumrah was named the ‘Player of the Tournament.’
Bumrah claimed a total of 15 wickets in the tournament. What stood out was his ability to perform under pressure in crucial matches. Whether it was striking early with the new ball or controlling runs in the death overs, Bumrah excelled in every phase. His precise yorkers, versatile bowling, and calm temperament made him the biggest threat for opposing batsmen.
However, Bumrah’s impact was not limited to bowling. He also made headlines with the bat, achieving a rare record in T20 cricket. Batting lower down the order, he scored crucial runs without losing his wicket, providing vital support to the team. Remarkably, he remained not out multiple times in the tournament, accomplishing a feat that is seldom seen in T20 cricket.
This achievement highlights the depth of the Indian team, showing that even bowlers can contribute significantly with the bat on a big stage like the T20 World Cup. The record is especially noteworthy because bowlers usually get limited opportunities to bat in this fast-paced format.
Overall, Jasprit Bumrah’s performance was the strongest chapter in India’s journey to becoming champions. His consistency, discipline, and match-winning contributions established him not only as India’s reliable pacer but also as one of the world’s finest in contemporary cricket. His name from the T20 World Cup 2024 is sure to be remembered for a long time.