Jasprit Bumrah vs Pat Cummins
Fast Bowling Giants Comparison
Last updated on June 2026
The battle between Jasprit Bumrah and Pat Cummins represents the pinnacle of modern fast bowling. Bumrah is renowned for his unique action, unmatched accuracy, and all-format excellence, while Cummins has combined elite pace bowling with successful leadership as Australia’s captain.
As of June 2026, Bumrah sits at No. 1 in the ICC Men’s Test Bowling Rankings with 879 rating points, while Cummins is ranked No. 3 with 832 points.
Career Comparison Table
| Statistic | Jasprit Bumrah | Pat Cummins |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | Australia |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm Fast | Right-arm Fast |
| International Debut | 2016 | 2011 |
| Test Matches | 50+ | 70+ |
| Test Wickets | 234+ | 315+ |
| Test Bowling Average | 19.79 | 22.05 |
| ODI Wickets | 149+ | 143+ |
| T20I Wickets | 121+ | 66+ |
| Best Test Bowling | 6/27 | 6/23 |
| ICC Test Bowling Ranking (Jun 2026) | #1 | #3 |
| Captaincy | Occasional | Australia Captain |
Sources: Career statistics and ICC rankings.
Jasprit Bumrah Highlights
- No. 1 ranked Test bowler in the world as of June 2026.
- Test bowling average below 20, among the best in modern cricket.
- One of the few bowlers to claim 100+ wickets in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
- Widely regarded as the most complete all-format fast bowler of his era.
Pat Cummins Highlights
- More than 315 Test wickets with an outstanding average of 22.05.
- One of Australia’s most successful modern captains.
- Consistently ranked among the world’s top Test bowlers.
- Known for pace, bounce, accuracy, and leadership.
Format-Wise Analysis
Test Cricket
This is the closest contest. Cummins leads in total wickets and longevity, while Bumrah holds the superior bowling average and currently ranks as the world’s No. 1 Test bowler.
ODI Cricket
Both bowlers have impressive records, but Bumrah enjoys a slight edge in wickets and economy rate while remaining one of the most difficult bowlers to score against.
T20 International Cricket
Bumrah clearly leads in T20I achievements, wickets, and overall impact. His yorkers and death-over bowling have made him one of the greatest T20 bowlers in history.
Head-to-Head Verdict
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Test Wickets | Pat Cummins |
| Test Bowling Average | Jasprit Bumrah |
| ODI Impact | Jasprit Bumrah |
| T20I Impact | Jasprit Bumrah |
| Captaincy Achievements | Pat Cummins |
| ICC Test Ranking (2026) | Jasprit Bumrah |
| Career Longevity | Pat Cummins |
| All-Format Excellence | Jasprit Bumrah |
Latest Records & Milestones (2026)
- Jasprit Bumrah remains the No. 1 ranked Test bowler in the ICC rankings with 879 rating points.
- Pat Cummins has crossed 315 Test wickets and continues to rank among the world’s elite fast bowlers.
- Bumrah is part of India’s major international plans in 2026 and continues to be regarded as the team’s premier pace weapon.
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