Test Cricket Mein Ek Over Mein Sabse Jyada Run Banane Ka Record Kiska Hai?

 Interestingly, the record for the highest runs in a single over in test cricket is by a bowler and not a batsman

While the game of cricket is popular for its fast pace and unpredictability, the stats and records are also something that excite fans. Among the many things cricket fans want to know is who has scored the highest runs in a single over in test cricket. To answer this question, let us get the complete details for you.

Highest run scorer in a single over in test cricket

A twist of fate can throw up unexpected results. This is relevant when we are looking at who has scored the highest run in a single over in test cricket. The right answer is Jasprit Bumrah, an Indian cricketer who plays in all three formats - ODIs, test matches and T20 tournament. Jasprit Bumrah is considered by many as one of the best fast bowlers of all time.

Talking about the record of highest runs in a single over in test cricket, Jasprit Bumrah created this record on 2nd July 2022. This was when India was playing against England, as part of India tour of England. The match was played at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Jasprit Bumrah was facing Stuart Broad (England) in the 84th over of India's first innings.

In the over, Jasprit Bumrah scored a total of 29 runs from his bat. However, there were six additional runs due to extras, taking the total scored in the over to 35. On the first ball, Jasprit Bumrah scored a 4 with a hook shot. The second ball was a wide and it also went for 4 runs. The third ball was a no ball, on which Bumrah hit a six. The fourth, fifth and sixth balls were hit for a four. The 7th ball was hit for a 6. On the last ball, a single run was scored. This is how Jasprit Bumrah created a world record of the highest runs in a single over in test cricket.

This record is even more significant since Jasprit Bumrah is a dedicated bowler and not a batsman or an all-rounder. With his contribution, team India eventually was able to get a draw. With Bumrah's record, Stuart Broad now unfortunately holds the record of conceding the most runs in a single over in test cricket. Stuart also holds the infamous record of 36 runs in T20 Internationals against Yuvraj Singh.

Other similar records

Prior to Jasprit Bumrah, the record for the highest runs in a single over in test cricket was held by three cricketers. One of these was Brian Lara who scored 28 runs against bowler Robin Peterson of South Africa. This record was set in 2003. Next was Australian cricketer George Bailey, who scored 28 runs against James Anderson of England in 2013. The third one is South Africa's Keshav Maharaj, who scored 28 runs against Joe Root of England in 2020.

And finally came Jasprit Bumrah, who now holds the record for the highest runs scored in a single over in test cricket. It will be interesting to see who will eventually break this record too and when. It is a tough one to crack, but cricket is always full of surprises.