Indian Pacer Surpasses Hasaranga, Hazlewood To Become Leading Wicket-Taker In International Cricket This Year

With two days left in IND vs BAN 1st Test, Bangladesh faces a challenging target of 357 runs with 6 wickets in hand.

As of 2024, the leading wicket-taker in international cricket is Jasprit Bumrah, who tops the list with 47 wickets.

Source : PTI

Jasprit Bumrah record IND vs BAN: Indian cricket team's premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah attained a major milestone during IND vs BAN 1st Test at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium. By taking his first wicket in Bangladesh's second innings on day 3, Bumrah became the highest wicket-taker in international cricket for the year, surpassing Hong Kong's Ehsan Khan.

In 2024, Bumrah has taken a total of 47 wickets in 14 international matches. This includes 32 wickets from 12 innings in six Tests and 15 wickets in eight T20 matches. He hasn't played any One Day Internationals (ODIs) this year.

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As of 2024, the leading wicket-taker in international cricket is Jasprit Bumrah, who tops the list with 47 wickets. Following closely is Hong Kong's Ehsan Khan with 46 wickets. Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga stands at third with 43 wickets, while Australia's Josh Hazlewood rounds out the top four with 41 wickets.

After Bangladesh opted to bat first, Jasprit Bumrah took 4 wicket in the first innings of IND vs BAN Chennai Test, dismissing Shadman Islam, Mushfiqur Rahim, Hasan Mahmood, and Taskin Ahmed. His impressive bowling played a crucial role in limiting Bangladesh to just 149 runs in their first innings.

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India set Bangladesh a formidable target of 515 runs by declaring their second innings at 287/4. Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill were the standout performers for their team.

Shubman Gill finished Day 3 unbeaten on 119 runs from 176 balls, striking 10 fours and 4 sixes. Rishabh Pant added 109 runs off 128 balls, with 13 fours and 4 sixes to his name. By the end of Day 3, Bangladesh had reached 158 runs, losing 4 wickets in their chase.

With two days left in IND vs BAN 1st Test, Bangladesh faces a challenging target of 357 runs with 6 wickets in hand. Hosts India are strong favorite to win the match tomorrow. It remains to be seen if Bangladesh can put up a fight and push for a draw.