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Jasprit Bumrah Becomes First Indian Pacer to Top ICC Test Rankings.

Sports | Dated: 04 Feb 2026

Following his spectacular performance (9 wickets) in the Visakhapatnam Test against England, Jasprit Bumrah has become the first Indian fast bowler to attain the Number 1 spot in the ICC Test Bowling Rankings. He is only the fourth Indian bowler ever to achieve this feat.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Before him, spinners Ashwin, Jadeja, and Bishan Singh Bedi held the top spot.
  • Kapil Dev's highest ranking was No. 2.
  • Bumrah was named Player of the Match for the Vizag Test.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Player: Jasprit Bumrah.
  • Rank: No. 1 Test Bowler.
  • Record: First Indian Pacer.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who created history by becoming the first Indian pacer to rank Number 1 in the ICC Test Bowling Rankings?

Correct Answer: Jasprit Bumrah

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