OTD – Jasprit Bumrah’s five-wicket haul helped India register their biggest victory in a match against West Indies in 2019

On this day in 2019, an extraordinary display of bowling prowess by Jasprit Bumrah propelled India to a historic victory over the West Indies. It was one of the most remarkable moments in Indian cricket history as they registered their biggest win over the Caribbean team. Facing a daunting target of 419 runs, the West Indies lineup crumbled under the might of the Indian pacers, with Bumrah leading the charge.

In a dazzling performance that left the cricketing world in awe, Bumrah orchestrated a sensational eight-over spell, during which he dismantled the West Indies batting order with amazing precision. With the ball swinging both ways in ideal weather conditions, Bumrah’s fiery deliveries found their mark, sending the stumps flying on four occasions. His economical bowling was a testament to his control and mastery over the art of swing and seam movement. Amazingly, he conceded a mere seven runs and took as many as five wickets during his game-changing spell.

The West Indies batsmen found themselves at the mercy of Bumrah’s relentless attack. No top-order batsman could withstand his fiery deliveries, with Bumrah accounting for the dismissals of Kraigg Brathwaite, John Campbell, Darren Bravo, Shai Hope, and Jason Holder. His five-wicket haul was the highlight of the match and a testament to his unerring accuracy and skill.

The result of this extraordinary performance was a West Indies collapse, as they were bowled out for a mere 100 runs in just 26.5 overs during the final session of the fourth day. This remarkable victory marked India’s fourth-largest Test win but stood out as their biggest away win. Their previous record of winning by 337 runs against South Africa in Delhi was surpassed by this triumph, cementing Bumrah’s name in cricket history and underlining India’s dominance on the global cricket stage.

Jasprit Bumrah outshone Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma.

Bumrah’s remarkable performance was well-supported by his fellow pacers. Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Shami, with figures of 3/31 and 2/13, respectively, complemented Bumrah’s brilliance, contributing to India’s emphatic victory. This resounding triumph not only secured a 1-0 lead for India in the two-match series but also etched their name in the history books.

In his 11th Test appearance, Bumrah’s brilliance wasn’t just about the wickets he took. By dismissing the West Indies batsmen with such swiftness, he etched his name in the record books as the fastest Indian pacer to achieve the milestone of 50 Test wickets. His achievement was a testament to his rapid rise in the cricketing world, showcasing his uncanny ability to adapt and excel across formats.