While the world knows Jasprit Bumrah for his deadly yorkers and pinpoint accuracy on the cricket field, his Indian teammate Axar Patel has unveiled a surprising and lesser-known passion of the pace spearhead: a deep, analytical obsession with perfumes. The revelation came during a candid chat on the popular YouTube channel '2 Sloggers', where Axar shared hilarious anecdotes about Bumrah's sophisticated knowledge, leaving the all-rounder feeling out of his depth.
Bumrah's Perfume Expertise Leaves Teammates Behind
Axar Patel, with a mix of awe and amusement, described the vast gap between his own simple approach to fragrances and Bumrah's almost scientific analysis. On December 25, 2025, during the show, Axar imitated Bumrah's detailed scrutiny, saying the fast bowler delves into specifics like the percentage of oil and perfume in a scent. "Hum tho udhar tak pahuche nehi hein (We haven't reached that level)," Axar laughed, contrasting it with his own method of just checking if a perfume is strong ('kadak') and using it.
He highlighted that Bumrah possesses an impressive collection and has studied the subject in great detail. This quirky side of one of cricket's most feared bowlers offers fans a delightful glimpse into the off-field dynamics and hobbies within the Indian dressing room.
The Bet That Led to a Perfume Gift
The conversation took an even funnier turn when Axar narrated the story of a bet he won against Bumrah. The incident was also highlighted through a meme shared on the YouTube channel. According to Axar, the chain of events began when Bumrah promised a perfume to fellow pacer Mohammed Siraj.
The promise was fulfilled in a roundabout way after the Test match against the West Indies in Delhi. Axar explained that the West Indies' vice-captain, Jomel Warrican, apparently liked the scent Bumrah was wearing and asked about it. Siraj then insisted that Bumrah should give that perfume to Warrican, which he did.
"Tho isme meine sirf (Does sign of putting on fire) flow flow mein Boom bhai bole ab uske jagah mein tume dunga (Then I got involved and in the flow, Boom bhai said now I will give one to you in his place)," Axar recounted, revealing how he cleverly inserted himself into the situation and ended up winning a perfume from Bumrah as well.
A Post-Retirement Plan in the Making?
When one of the YouTubers jokingly asked if this deep dive into perfumery was Bumrah's post-retirement plan, Axar saw a business opportunity. Laughing, he sent a direct message to his senior teammate: "Jassi Bhai dekhlena, partnership kardena (Jassi, look, involve us also in a partnership)."
This light-hearted exchange not only showcases the strong camaraderie among the players but also hints at the diverse interests they cultivate beyond the boundary ropes. For fans, it's a reminder that beneath the intense focus and competitive spirit on the field, these athletes have relatable and often humorous personalities.
The story, shared just before the end of 2025, quickly became a talking point, adding a new, fragrant layer to the public persona of Jasprit Bumrah, proving there's much more to the cricketer than just mastering the art of fast bowling.
