Daijiworld Media Network – London

London, Jul 12: Jasprit Bumrah may not celebrate like a 21-year-old anymore, but the Indian pace spearhead is quietly building a legacy — one milestone at a time. His latest chapter was written at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground, where a stunning 5/74 spell on day two of the second Test against England earned him a cherished spot on the Honours Board.

The 30-year-old fast bowler bowled with precision and intensity, eventually knocking over Jofra Archer to complete his five-wicket haul. But instead of indulging in flamboyant celebrations, Bumrah simply smiled, letting his performance do the talking.

“Reality is I was tired. I can't jump around like a 21-year-old,” he admitted with a grin after the day’s play. “But I was happy that I contributed. The name on the Honours board feels good. It is something I can tell my son Angad about when he is grown up.”
Bumrah, who skipped the first Test in Edgbaston as part of workload management, returned refreshed and fired up. His sharp response to critics questioning his fitness was laced with sarcasm.

“People want to sensationalise for viewership, I understand they want to make money through all that. I am happy that I am helping them do that,” he said, adding that his focus remains firmly on creating memories and contributing meaningfully to India’s campaign.

Bumrah also shared how ignoring Lord’s famous slope this time around helped him maintain control and rhythm.

“I thought about the slope on the last tour, it did not help. My lesson from that was not to keep that in mind, and I got the benefit of that today,” he revealed. “In these hot conditions, it’s all about maximizing the new ball. That’s been the major difference from the previous tour.”

With every spell, Bumrah continues to defy expectations and deliver for India. His name now etched in gold at Lord’s is more than just an individual honour — it’s a quiet triumph for a cricketer who lets his craft speak louder than his celebrations.