On Day 2 of the third Test at Lord’s, Jasprit Bumrah once again showcased his world-class skillset, reinforcing why he’s widely regarded as the best fast bowler in the game today. After delivering a game-changing nip-backer to dismiss Harry Brook on Day 1, Bumrah returned with another moment of brilliance—this time, to send England skipper Ben Stokes back to the pavilion.
It happened on the second delivery of the 86th over. Bowling from around the wicket, Bumrah pitched the ball on a good length outside off stump. The delivery jagged back in viciously off the seam, catching Stokes rooted to the crease. With no time to react, the England captain could only watch as the ball crashed into the top of off stump, sending the bails flying and the crowd into stunned silence.
This dismissal was a mirror image of Bumrah’s Day 1 masterpiece against Harry Brook. Both deliveries were masterclasses in seam movement and control, and both came at critical moments. Stokes, who had fought hard for his 44 off 110 deliveries, looked settled until Bumrah produced a ball that simply couldn’t be negotiated—proof once again that even the best can do little when Bumrah is in rhythm.
The aftermath of the wicket spoke volumes. Bumrah, calm and composed as ever, simply turned away with a quiet smile as his teammates erupted in celebration. The broken stumps behind Stokes stood as a symbol of the sheer precision and potency of Bumrah’s bowling. It was a crucial moment for India, breaking a growing partnership and giving them back control of the game.
JASPRIT BUMRAH, THE GOAT – HE HAS GIVEN ANOTHER PEACH…!!!
— RO45 (@HITMANSTORM45) July 11, 2025
– No Answers for Stokes.
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With each passing match, Bumrah continues to deliver moments of magic that turn the tide in India’s favor. His ability to strike at the right time with deliveries that combine pace, accuracy, and late movement makes him a nightmare for batters worldwide. At Lord’s, on the biggest stage, Bumrah once again delivered when it mattered most.