Throwback to when Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah once turned quarterback and played with Micah Parsons

After his injury, Indian Cricket team star bowler Jasprit Bumrah is making his return to the 22-yards. His mere presence gives the team the edge. In a rare but unforgettable sporting crossover, two powerhouses from entirely different athletic worlds—India’s pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah and NFL star Micah Parsons—created memories in June last year that cricket and football fans alike still cherish.

When NFL beast Micah Parsons teamed up with Jasprit Bumrah for an epic football crossover

This wasn’t just a casual meet-and-greet—it was a full-on sporting showdown that blended cricket and American football in a way fans couldn’t get enough of. It wasn’t just a casual meet-and-greet. The duo decided to step into each other's turf, with cricket and American football serving as the mediums of bonding.


Picture this: Micah Parsons, a towering figure in the NFL known for his agility and strength, stepped onto a cricket pitch. He wasn’t there to mess around—he came geared up with a helmet, batting pads, and gloves, ready to face one of the world’s deadliest fast bowlers. Jasprit Bumrah, with his signature unorthodox action, delivered a ball that zipped straight toward the middle stump.

Parsons, caught off guard, watched it crash into the wickets. His reaction was priceless: “Yo! hold up. This legit might be harder than baseball. Let me really lock in, ’cause I lost track of where the ball was.” That moment captured the steep learning curve of cricket for a newbie, even one as athletic as Parsons.

Not one to back down, Parsons gave it another go. On the second delivery, he finally connected with the ball, sending it just far enough to scamper for a single. In true showman style, he tossed his bat in the air, celebrating like he’d hit a game-winning touchdown. Bumrah, ever the cool-headed sportsman, reminded him, “It’s just one run.” Parsons, with a grin, quipped back that one was all he needed, jokingly calling the game done.

After the light cricket session, roles were reversed as Bumrah joined Parsons for a bit of American football. The camaraderie didn’t stop at the field. The day didn’t end with cricket. After their pitch session, the duo swapped jerseys—a cricket kit for an NFL uniform—and hit the gridiron.

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NFL's official Instagram account later posted snapshots from their day with the caption, “Going for 6! Micah Parsons and cricket superstar Jasprit Bumrah met up to play each other’s sports.” The post quickly garnered attention, offering fans a rare glimpse of what happens when elite talents step outside their comfort zones.