His performances in the 2024–25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia were especially remarkable, where he picked up 32 wickets at an average of 13.06, including three five-wicket hauls and two four-fers, earning him the Player of the Series despite India losing the series 3-1.
Bumrah also made an impact in the opening Test of the current five-match series against England at Headingley, claiming 5/83 in the first innings before going wicketless in the second as India fell short. Now, with 46 Tests under his belt, Bumrah’s numbers are drawing comparisons with South African great Dale Steyn, one of the finest fast bowlers of his era.
🆚 Bumrah vs Steyn After 46 Tests: Overall Stats
| Bowler | Matches | Wickets | Bowling Average | Best Innings (BBI) | Best Match (BBM) | 5w Hauls | 10w Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasprit Bumrah | 46 | 210 | 19.60 | 6/27 (vs WI) | 9/86 | 14 | 0 |
| Dale Steyn | 46 | 238 | 23.21 | 7/51 (vs IND) | 10/91 | 16 | 4 |
- Bumrah has been incredibly consistent, averaging under 20.
- Steyn, however, had already crossed the 200-wicket mark with four 10-wicket match hauls by this point.
💥 Against Major Opponents (After 46 Tests)
Bumrah:
- vs Australia: 64 wickets in 12 Tests (Avg: 17.15)
- vs England: 65 wickets in 15 Tests (Avg: 22.61)
- vs South Africa: 38 wickets in 8 Tests (Avg: 20.76)
Steyn:
- vs India: 53 wickets in 10 Tests (Avg: 19.00)
- vs New Zealand: 36 wickets in 5 Tests (Avg: 16.66)
- vs Australia: 34 wickets in 6 Tests
- vs England: 31 wickets in 8 Tests
Why Jasprit Bumrah Might Be Rested for the Edgbaston Test Against England
🎯 Five-Wicket Hauls Breakdown
Bumrah (14 total):
- 4 each vs Australia and England
- 3 vs South Africa
- 2 vs West Indies
- 1 vs Sri Lanka
Steyn (16 total):
- 4 each vs India and New Zealand
- 2 each vs Australia and West Indies
- 1 each vs England, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh
✅ In Winning Causes
| Bowler | Matches Won | Wickets | Average | Best Figures | 5w Hauls | 10w Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bumrah | 20 | 110 | 14.50 | 6/27 | 9 | 0 |
| Steyn | 23 | 162 | 16.03 | 7/51 | 13 | 4 |
- Bumrah has been exceptional when India wins, maintaining an average under 15.
- Steyn was equally dominant, taking nearly 7 wickets per Test win.
🌍 Away Test Records
| Bowler | Away Matches | Wickets | Average | 5w Hauls | 10w Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bumrah | 33 | 163 | 19.73 | 12 | 0 |
| Steyn | 19 | 98 | 22.94 | 7 | 2 |
- Bumrah thrives in overseas conditions, especially in Australia (64 wickets in 12 Tests), England (42 in 10), and South Africa (38 in 8).
- Steyn had impactful spells in India, Australia, Sri Lanka, and beyond, but played fewer away Tests by this stage.
🏁 Final Word
While Dale Steyn had more wickets and more five-wicket hauls after 46 Tests, Jasprit Bumrah boasts a better average and a superior strike rate in winning and away matches. Bumrah’s ability to deliver under pressure and across conditions makes this comparison fascinating—and one that will only get more interesting as he continues his career.
