Sat Dec 07 09:23:12 UTC 2024: ## Bumrah Breaks Indian Pace Bowling Record in Adelaide Test
**Adelaide, Australia** – Jasprit Bumrah continues his unstoppable run, setting a new record for most Test wickets taken by an Indian pacer in a calendar year (since 2000). On day two of the Adelaide Test against Australia, Bumrah surpassed Zaheer Khan’s 2002 tally of 51 wickets, finishing the day with 52. His record-breaking wicket was that of Australian batting star Steve Smith, albeit off a slightly wayward delivery.
Bumrah’s achievement marks only the third time an Indian pacer has taken over 50 Test wickets in a single calendar year, following Kapil Dev (twice) and Zaheer Khan. His performance in Adelaide included a maiden over and the dismissal of Nathan McSweeney before claiming the record-breaking wicket. Despite the slightly fortunate nature of his 52nd wicket, Bumrah’s overall performance throughout the morning session was described as impeccable. The feat solidifies his position as one of India’s most dominant fast bowlers.
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