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Jasprit Bumrah's Maiden Masterclass Sets New T20I RecordIndia's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah made a resounding start to his T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, etching his name in the record books with a remarkable feat against Ireland.In the Group A encounter at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, Bumrah's exceptional bowling prowess was on full display. Introduced into the attack in the fifth over, he delivered a maiden, surpassing Bhuvneshwar Kumar's world record for the most maidens bowled by a player from a Test-playing nation in T20 Internationals.With this achievement, Bumrah's tally of maidens in T20Is has reached 11, setting a new benchmark for bowlers from full member nations in the shortest format of international cricket. Only two bowlers have bowled more maidens than Bumrah in T20Is: Frank Nsubuga from Uganda with 15 and Shem Ngoche from Kenya with 14.Bumrah's maiden was a testament to his exceptional control and accuracy. He consistently hit the right areas, troubling the Irish batsmen with his pace, swing, and seam movement. His performance was a key factor in India's comprehensive victory, as Ireland were restricted to a meager 96 runs.The Indian quartet of fast bowlers, including Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, and Hardik Pandya, were simply menacing on a pitch offering variable bounce and seam movement. They dismantled the Irish batting lineup, giving them no breathing space and exposing their technical deficiencies.Bumrah's record-breaking maiden is a testament to his status as one of the world's premier fast bowlers. His ability to consistently deliver match-winning performances makes him a vital asset for India in their quest for T20 World Cup glory.