Anurag Kumar
Very few cricketers can presently play in the World XI across all three formats. Consistently playing all three game formats is not only physically demanding, but also necessitates distinct skill levels. India’s Jasprit Bumrah is likely one of the few cricketers in the modern era who would be included in every Test, ODI, and T20I XI in the globe, let alone India. The fast bowler has been India’s match-winner for the past five or six years. He is exceptional and effective with both the red and white ball. However, Bumrah’s fitness has been the primary concern as of late.
Bumrah last played for India in September of the previous year. He was unable to participate in the Asia Cup, the T20 World Cup in Australia, or the IPL 2023. A stress fracture in his back has rendered him inactive for the past ten months. However, the most recent medical update from the BCCI is certain to inspire optimism among the supporters.
The BCCI reported that Bumrah has begun bowling at full speed at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, and a decision on his international return will be made after evaluating his performance in a few NCA-organized practise matches. The right-handed pacer is anticipated to return for the Asia Cup scheduled for September.
Former West Indies fast bowler Curtly Ambrose shared his insights on India’s fast-bowling unit, which has endured some criticism of late, at a time when India eagerly awaits Bumrah’s return.
“When we used to discuss India, we immediately thought of… propaganda. However, they have produced some excellent speed bowlers. Like Kapil Dev, a superb all-rounder. Currently, we have Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Mohammed Siraj. They are exceptional athletes, Ambrose told Rev Sports.
Ambrose, who amassed 630 wickets during his illustrious career, remarked that he was extremely astounded by Bumrah due to his uniqueness.
‘Bumrah unique and effective’: Ambrose
“I really like Bumrah because he is so unique. He is not the typical rapid bowler with a lengthy run-up and other characteristics. He has a brief run-up, paces slightly, takes two or three strides, and then leaps to deliver the punch. He is completely unique and exceedingly effective. This is his approach, and it serves him well,” he added.
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Ambrose stated that he takes great pleasure in seeing a fast bowler flourish in modern cricket because, in his opinion, it is a much more difficult skill to master than batting.
“I am always pleased whenever I see a strong fast bowler emerging, regardless of his country of origin. When they succeed, I feel elated because batters dominate modern cricket. “It’s much more difficult for fast bowlers, and the pitches have slowed down,” he said.
