Jasprit Bumrah vs Brett Lee: Comparing Their Stats After 50 Tests
Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian fast bowler, has been a remarkable performer across all formats of international cricket. Making his white-ball debut for India in January 2016 during the Australia tour, he immediately made an impact with figures of 2-40 in his ODI debut in Sydney and 3-23 in his T20I debut in Adelaide.
Initially seen as a white-ball specialist, Bumrah surprised many by excelling in Test cricket too. He made a strong Test debut in South Africa in January 2018 and, despite facing injury challenges, has consistently performed at the highest level.
In October 2025, Bumrah played his 50th Test against West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. This milestone offers a chance to compare his records with former Australian pacer Brett Lee after his first 50 Tests.
Statistical Comparison
- Jasprit Bumrah took 226 wickets at an average of 19.83 in his first 50 Tests.
- He claimed 74 wickets in 17 Tests against England at an average of 22.89.
- Against Australia, he grabbed 64 wickets in 12 Tests with an impressive average of 17.15.
- He also took 38 wickets in 8 Tests versus South Africa, averaging 20.76.
- Brett Lee, after 50 Tests, had 197 wickets at an average of 31.48.
- He picked up 46 wickets in 9 Tests against West Indies, averaging 22.71.
- Lee claimed 42 wickets in 13 Tests against England but at a higher average of 44.00.
"For the first couple of years, Bumrah was considered a white-ball specialist. Not many fans and experts gave him a chance of succeeding in red-ball cricket."
"Bumrah has claimed 226 wickets at an average of 19.83 in 50 Tests, showcasing his dominance in the longer format."
Both bowlers showed excellence, but Bumrah's lower average highlights his consistency and impact in Test cricket compared to Lee.
Author's Summary
Jasprit Bumrah's impressive wicket-taking ability and consistency in Tests clearly outperform Brett Lee’s numbers after 50 matches, reinforcing his status as a premier fast bowler.