Josh Hazlewood vs Jasprit Bumrah: Who is a better bowler in all formats at present?

Josh Hazlewood vs Jasprit Bumrah: Who is a Better Bowler in All Formats Currently?

Josh Hazlewood delivered a match-winning performance in the 2nd T20I against India, raising the question of whether he is currently a better bowler than Jasprit Bumrah.

Hazlewood’s Impact in the 2nd T20I at MCG

Hazlewood was nearly unplayable during the match, especially with the new ball. His spell dismantled the Indian top order, leaving the team in shock and unable to recover. He finished with impressive figures of 3 wickets for 13 runs in four overs.

Wickets taken: Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma

This exceptional bowling was the main reason India was bundled out for only 125 runs.

Bumrah’s Performance in the Same Match

India relied on Jasprit Bumrah to perform similarly to Hazlewood to help chase the target. However, Bumrah had a less effective spell, conceding some early runs and making the chase easier for Australia.

Bumrah’s figures: 2 wickets for 26 runs
The wickets he took were not decisive in the match outcome

Comparison and Career Overview

"Bumrah is often projected as the best pacer of contemporary cricket."

While Hazlewood’s recent form was exceptional in this game, overall career statistics across formats show Jasprit Bumrah as more efficient, boasting better averages and strike rates.

Summary

In this specific match, Hazlewood outshone Bumrah with a crucial early impact, but Bumrah maintains the edge over their entire careers.

Author’s Conclusion

Hazlewood’s recent excellence highlights his skill, yet Bumrah remains the more consistently effective bowler across all formats.

Hindustan Times — 2025-10-31