Waqar Younis questions Jasprit Bumrah's Test achievements despite white-ball success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 2:02 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Waqar Younis praised Jasprit Bumrah's prowess in limited-overs cricket but expressed skepticism about his Test career. Although Bumrah has an impressive record of 234 wickets in 52 Tests, Younis noted his limited participation due to injuries. Bumrah will aim to prove himself in the upcoming Test series against New Zealand, with a spot in the World Test Championship final at stake. Younis highlighted Bumrah's ability to perform in high-pressure situations, recalling his match-winning spell against Pakistan in the 2024 T20 World Cup.
- •Bumrah holds 234 wickets in 52 Tests at an average of 19.7.
- •Younis believes Bumrah hasn't played enough Test matches to rank among top bowlers.
- •Bumrah is expected to return for India's Test series in New Zealand next month.
- •Younis praised Bumrah's decisive role in India's 2024 T20 World Cup win over Pakistan.
- •Injuries have limited Bumrah's Test appearances, missing play for India this year.
- 2:02 PMYahoo Sports — ‘He still has a lot to prove’: Waqar Younis makes bold claim on Jasprit Bumrah
"Waqar Younis praised Jasprit Bumrah’s remarkable skills in white-ball formats but raised questions about his Test career achievements. Although Bumrah maintains a solid Test record, concerns linger due to his limited appearances caused by injuries. Younis emphasized Bumrah’s pivotal moments, especially during the T20 World Cup against Pakistan, while anticipating his return for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand next month.
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