Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling performances have solidified his status as one of cricket’s greatest. In the recently concluded 5-match Test series in Australia, Bumrah claimed an incredible 32 wickets, earning him the Player of the Series award. While the Indian team had its ups and downs, Bumrah’s brilliance shone through, drawing praise from former players and commentators who have hailed him as one of the best bowlers across formats—be it T20s, ODIs, or Tests.

Bumrah’s rise over the years has been remarkable. Despite facing challenges, he has continued to improve and achieve great success. Cricket legends like Justin Langer have compared him to Malcolm Marshall, praising his ability to perform well on any pitch and in any situation. Beyond cricket, Bumrah’s popularity has spread worldwide. This was recently seen when Coldplay’s lead singer, Chris Martin, mentioned him during a concert at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, showing how his fame has reached beyond the world of cricket.

Chris Martin’s Shoutout to Jasprit Bumrah

During Coldplay’s concert on the 18th of January, the crowd at the DY Patil Stadium was treated to a special moment. As Chris Martin performed one of the band’s most popular songs, ‘A Sky Full of Stars,’ he paused mid-performance to give a shoutout to Jasprit Bumrah. The unexpected mention sent the crowd into a frenzy, as Martin humorously remarked, “Hold on, we have to finish the show because Jasprit Bumrah wants to come and play backstage.”

He then added with a laugh, “He says he needs to bowl at me now.” The crowd erupted with cheers, thrilled at the acknowledgment of the Indian cricketer by one of the world’s most famous musicians. This moment highlighted how Bumrah has become a global icon, celebrated not just on the cricket field but also in pop culture.

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JASPRIT BUMRAH, THE ICON...!!!

- Chris Martin mentions Bumrah during the Coldplay Concert in Mumbai. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/jK1MEjeFwJ

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 18, 2025

The audience at the concert went wild when Chris Martin mentioned Jasprit Bumrah’s name. Fans were left wondering if the cricketer was present at the event, especially after Martin teased that Bumrah might join them backstage. However, it was later clarified that Bumrah was not at the venue, and Martin’s shoutout was simply an acknowledgment of his popularity. The concert concluded on a high note, leaving fans buzzing about the surprise moment.

Also Read: Bumrah's Back Injury Puts His 2025 Champions Trophy Participation in Doubt

Jasprit Bumrah is currently recovering from a back injury he suffered during the fifth Test at Sydney. In the second session, he experienced back spasms and left the field for scans, ruling him out of bowling for the rest of the match.

Despite this setback, Bumrah has been named in India’s squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, though his fitness remains uncertain. In his absence, Harshit Rana stepped in for the three-match ODI series against England. The Indian team management is closely monitoring Bumrah’s recovery, and a final decision on his participation in the Champions Trophy will be made closer to the tournament.