WATCH: Jasprit Bumrah gets a special mention from Coldplay’s Chris Martin during Mumbai concert

Jasprit Bumrah, the cornerstone of India’s bowling attack, has earned a reputation as one of the finest pacers in modern cricket. Known for his lethal yorkers, unmatched accuracy, and ability to deliver under pressure, Bumrah has become a global star. His performances have consistently swung games in India’s favor, making him a household name not just in cricketing circles but across the sporting world.

Jasprit Bumrah gets a nod from Coldplay’s Chris Martin

Bumrah’s popularity transcended cricket when Coldplay’s lead singer Chris Martin gave him a special mention during the band’s concert in Navi Mumbai on Saturday, January 18. While performing the iconic song A Sky Full of Stars, Martin surprised the crowd by joking that Bumrah wanted to join him backstage to play cricket.

“Hold on, we have to finish the show because Jasprit Bumrah wants to come and play backstage. He says he needs to bowl at me now,” said Martin in a video shared on X.

The audience erupted with cheers, thrilled to hear Bumrah’s name at such an iconic event. Although the Indian pacer didn’t make an appearance, the shoutout highlighted his massive fan following and cross-cultural appeal.

Here is the video:

Here’s the video where #ChrisMartin
mentions @Jaspritbumrah93! What a moment in the concert @coldplay #cricket Jassi is the world’s best pic.twitter.com/kSuTix6ATJ

— Chandresh Narayanan (@chand2579) January 18, 2025

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Champions Trophy beckons for India’s bowling star

While the Coldplay mention added a fun moment to Bumrah’s weekend, the bowler’s immediate focus remains on the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. Selected to lead India’s bowling attack, Bumrah is expected to be a game-changer for the team.

Despite carrying a minor knock from the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, where he claimed 32 wickets, Bumrah’s participation in the tournament is on track. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar assured fans that the medical staff is monitoring Bumrah closely to ensure he is fully fit. As India aims for Champions Trophy glory, all eyes will be on Bumrah to deliver yet another stellar performance.