First-Time Ever! Jasprit Bumrah's Streak Of Not Conceding 100 Runs In An Innings Broken On Day 4 Of IND Vs ENG 4th Test

On Day 4 of the fourth Test between India and England at Old Trafford, Manchester, India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah experienced a rare blemish in his otherwise stellar Test career. For the first time ever, Bumrah conceded 100 runs in a single Test innings, a milestone he would have preferred to avoid.

Bumrah, known for his precision, economy, and ability to deliver breakthroughs in crucial moments, has been one of India’s most consistent bowlers across all formats. However, in the face of a determined English batting lineup, led by solid performances from the top and middle order, even his usually reliable spells could not keep the runs in check.

The Old Trafford pitch, which had offered swing and bounce in the earlier days, eased out on Day 4, allowing England to play more freely. Bumrah toiled hard and bowled with intensity, but the English batters rotated strike cleverly and capitalized on scoring opportunities. Despite his best efforts, Bumrah ended up conceding three figures in an innings for the very first time in his 47-match Test career.

When was the last time Jasprit Bumrah conceded 100 runs in a match?

The last time Bumrah gave away more than 100 runs in a single innings was in domestic cricket, during the Ranji Trophy semifinal between Gujarat and Jharkhand in January 2017. In that match, Bumrah was still developing his skills at the domestic level, and such expensive figures were seen as part of the learning curve. Since then, he has rarely looked back, evolving into a match-winner for India across all formats.

This rare occurrence at Old Trafford doesn't overshadow Bumrah’s value to the Indian side but highlights how even the best can be tested under challenging conditions. The England innings was built on steady partnerships and smart shot selection, and Bumrah, despite being India’s most threatening option, couldn’t escape the onslaught completely.

As India looks to bounce back and push for a series-levelling win, Bumrah will no doubt look to turn things around. He has done it many times before, and one off-day won’t change his stature as one of India’s most dependable match-winners.