When two elite cricketers like Ben Stokes and Jasprit Bumrah go head-to-head, it always adds excitement to the match. Stokes, known for his fearless and aggressive batting, has been a key player for England in all formats. Bumrah, on the other hand, is India’s go-to bowler across formats, famous for his pace, accuracy, and ability to deliver under pressure.
In this article, we take a detailed look at their head-to-head battle across Tests, ODIs, T20 Internationals, and T20 franchise cricket—analyzing their performances, dismissals, and how the duel has evolved over the years.
Ben Stokes vs Jasprit Bumrah Head-to-Head Stats Summary
Ben Stokes has faced Jasprit Bumrah across Tests, ODIs, T20 Internationals, and T20 franchise matches, playing a total of 236 balls, scoring 144 runs, and being dismissed only twice. He has hit 12 fours and 2 sixes, while facing 158 dot balls.
Format | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s/6s | Avg | SR |
Test | 54 | 161 | 2 | 133 | 7/0 | 27.0 | 33.5 |
ODI | 51 | 42 | 0 | 15 | 2/2 | 25.5 | 121.4 |
T20I | 12 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 1/0 | - | 109.1 |
T20 | 27 | 22 | 0 | 6 | 2/0 | - | 122.7 |
Total | 144 | 236 | 2 | 158 | 12/2 | 52.5 | 279.51 |
Stokes vs Bumrah: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in Tests
In Tests, Stokes has scored 54 runs off 161 balls and has been dismissed twice by Bumrah. His average in Tests is 27.0, with a strike rate of just 33.5, showing that Bumrah has kept him under control.
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2018 | 13 | 68 | 0 | 59 | 1 | 0 | - | 19.1 |
2021 | 16 | 24 | 0 | 18 | 3 | 0 | - | 66.7 |
2022 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 0 | - | 70.0 |
2024 | 18 | 59 | 2 | 50 | 2 | 0 | 9.0 | 30.5 |
Total | 54 | 161 | 2 | 133 | 7 | 0 | 27.0 | 33.5 |
Stokes vs Bumrah: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in ODIs
In ODIs, Stokes has scored 51 runs off 42 balls and has been dismissed twice. His average in ODIs against Bumrah is 25.5, with a strong strike rate of 121.4.
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2017 | 38 | 26 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 38.0 | 146.2 |
2019 | 13 | 16 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 13.0 | 81.2 |
Total | 51 | 42 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 25.5 | 121.4 |
Stokes vs Bumrah: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in T20Is
In T20Is, Stokes has faced Bumrah in just one year (2017). He scored 12 runs off 11 balls without losing his wicket. His strike rate in that game was 109.1, and he hit 1 four.
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2017 | 12 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | - | 109.1 |
Total | 12 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | - | 109.1 |
Stokes vs Bumrah: Year-by-Year Head to Head Stats in T20s
In T20 franchise cricket, Stokes has scored 27 runs from 22 balls without being dismissed by Bumrah. He has hit 2 fours, and his strike rate is 122.7.
Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | Avg | SR |
2017 | 13 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | - | 162.5 |
2018 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | - | 66.7 |
2020 | 12 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | - | 109.1 |
Total | 27 | 22 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | - | 122.7 |
Verdict: Ben Stokes vs Jasprit Bumrah - Who has the edge?
Looking at the stats, Jasprit Bumrah has had the upper hand in Test cricket, dismissing Stokes twice and keeping him to a low average and strike rate. His ability to build pressure and bowl tight lines has clearly troubled Stokes in the longest format.
However, in white-ball cricket, the battle is more balanced. Stokes has scored freely in ODIs and T20s, with a solid strike rate and no dismissals in T20 formats. While Bumrah has managed to pick him up in ODIs, he hasn’t quite dominated the way he has in Tests.
Overall, Bumrah edges the rivalry in Tests with disciplined bowling, while Stokes has shown his power and composure in the shorter formats, keeping things competitive.
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