Rohit Sharma & Jasprit Bumrah Shatter 12 000 T20 Runs Records & 300 Wickets Milestones!”
Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah Make History in IPL 2024 Clash
The Mumbai Indians (MI) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) IPL 2024 match wasn’t just another fixture—it was a historic night for Indian cricket. Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah achieved rare T20 milestones, cementing their legacies as all-time greats.
Rohit Sharma Joins Elite 12 000 T20 Runs Club
Rohit Sharma, MI’s star opener, played a match-winning knock of 70 runs off 46 balls, guiding his team to a 7-wicket victory. But the bigger headline? He crossed 12,000 runs in T20 cricket, becoming only:
- The 2nd Indian after Virat Kohli to do so.
- The 8th player globally (alongside legends like Chris Gayle and Shoaib Malik).
Key Stats:
12,056 runs in T20s (including IPL, internationals, and leagues).
5th fastest to the milestone (by innings).
146 sixes in IPL—2nd most ever (via ESPNcricinfo).
Fun Fact: Rohit averages 31.5 in T20Is with 5 centuries—proof of his explosive consistency (ICC).
Jasprit Bumrah: Fastest Indian to 300 T20 Wickets
While Rohit dominated with the bat, Bumrah etched his name in history by:
- Taking his 300th T20 wicket (dismissing SRH’s Heinrich Klaasen).
- Becoming the quickest Indian to the mark (in 237 innings).
- Tying Lasith Malinga’s record for most IPL wickets for MI (170).
Why This Matters:
Bumrah’s economy rate of 6.7 in T20Is is among the best ever (Cricbuzz).
Only 5 active bowlers have 300+ T20 wickets—Bumrah joins an exclusive club.
How These Milestones Impact T20 Cricket
- Rohit’s Leadership: His form is critical for India’s 2024 T20 World Cup campaign.
- Bumrah’s Death Bowling: A game-changer in high-pressure tournaments.
- MI’s IPL Hopes: These performances could revive their playoff chances.
FAQs: Rohit & Bumrah’s T20 Records
Q1: Who has the most T20 runs ever?
A: Chris Gayle (14,562 runs), followed by Virat Kohli (12,175+). Rohit is now 8th.
Q2: How many wickets does Bumrah have in IPL 2024?
A: As of this match, 15 wickets at an economy of 7.2 (IPL Official).
Q3: Is Bumrah the fastest to 300 T20 wickets globally?
A: No, but he’s the fastest Indian. Dwayne Bravo holds the overall record (in 220 innings).
Final Thoughts
Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah proved why they’re modern-day legends in T20 cricket. With the T20 World Cup 2024 nearing, their form could be decisive for India.
What’s your take? Will Rohit break Gayle’s record? Can Bumrah surpass Malinga’s MI tally? Share your thoughts below!
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