Jasprit Bumrah showcased his bowling prowess in the first Test against England. He achieved his 14th five-wicket haul, despite dropped catches. The BCCI plans to manage Bumrah's workload during the series. Bumrah's recent form is remarkable, outshining other Indian pacers. He equaled Kapil Dev's record for away five-wicket hauls. Bumrah also leads among Indian bowlers in SENA countries.
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