Jasprit Bumrah continues to redefine what it means to be a modern-day cricket superstar. Not only does he dismantle world-class batting line-ups with surgical precision, but he also commands a fan following that makes his every move a spectacle—both on and off the field. On Day 3 of the first Test at Headingley in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, Bumrah produced a performance that blended skill, consistency, and leadership.
The BCCI captured the aura of his presence through a behind-the-scenes video, showcasing how the crowd—especially the younger fans—erupted every time Bumrah stepped out. Whether he was emerging from the dressing room or alighting from the team bus, the cheers followed him like an echo of greatness.
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The video also revealed a glimpse of Bumrah’s calm yet focused leadership style. As he addressed the Indian team ahead of England’s innings, his words, “As a bowling unit, let’s be switched on from the word go,” set the tone. And it worked. Bumrah led the attack with a sensational 5/83, supported by Prasidh Krishna (3 wickets) and Mohammed Siraj (2 wickets), helping India restrict England to 465—just six runs short of India’s 471.
𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙘𝙝-𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙅𝙖𝙨𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙩 𝘽𝙪𝙢𝙧𝙖𝙝! #TeamIndia | #ENGvIND | @Jaspritbumrah93 pic.twitter.com/jkqHyzfPx2
— BCCI (@BCCI) June 22, 2025
Despite three catches being dropped off his bowling, Bumrah showed maturity in the post-match press conference. “Of course, I’m disappointed when a catch goes down. But these things happen. They’re not dropping it on purpose. The guys are putting in the effort and learning. No point in adding pressure,” he said with empathy.
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With the bat, India ended the day in a commanding position, having extended their lead to 96 runs with KL Rahul and Shubman Gill steady at the crease. Bumrah’s fifer not only kept India in control but reminded the world why he is truly box-office material—a generational talent who rises in every sense of the word.
