Jasprit Bumrah's five-wicket haul in the first Test against England at Headingley was not just a regular five-for. It was another personal milestone in his growing list of achievements.
With figures of 5/83, Bumrah registered his 14th five-wicket haul in Test cricket. Despite being handed little support from his teammates - be it from the slip drops or the other seamers - Bumrah kept plugging away with relentless control.
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His latest effort ensured India gained a slim six-run lead after England's strong batting to their 471-run total.
Which active cricketers have taken most fifers in Test cricket?
Bumrah's 14 five-wicket hauls now place him alongside some of the biggest names in world cricket. Among currently active cricketers, only a handful have managed more fifers in Test matches.
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Here is how Bumrah stacks up in the list of the most five-wicket hauls by active Test players:
| Player | Country | Matches | Innings | Wickets | 5W Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Lyon | Australia | 137 | 255 | 553 | 24 |
| Kagiso Rabada | South Africa | 71 | 130 | 336 | 17 |
| Taijul Islam | Bangladesh | 54 | 97 | 232 | 16 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | India | 81* | 151 | 323 | 15 |
| Mitchell Starc | Australia | 97 | 186 | 387 | 15 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | India | 46* | 87 | 210 | 14 |
| Pat Cummins | Australia | 68 | 127 | 301 | 14 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | Bangladesh | 53 | 93 | 205 | 13 |
| Josh Hazlewood | Australia | 73 | 137 | 281 | 12 |
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What's remarkable is the pace at which Bumrah has reached this milestone. He has played just 46 Tests and bowled in only 87 innings, far fewer than most others on the list.
Bumrah may still be early in his career compared to many on this table. Known for his unique action and pinpoint control, he has already got his place among modern greats.
And if his body holds up, there is plenty more to come.