Following India's victory over Pakistan in a tense T20 World Cup match in New York, where they defended a modest score of 119 on a challenging pitch, the cricketing community has been abuzz with praise for Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional bowling skills. Despite his unconventional run-up and action, the Indian fast bowling ace managed to tightly control the Pakistani batsmen, delivering a memorable performance (4-0-14-3) that will be admired for years. Interestingly, Bumrah's unique bowling style was once seen as a disadvantage by many, including former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar, who doubted his recovery from a significant back injury. However, since his return in August after a year-long injury break, Bumrah has shown no signs of struggle, leaving batsmen, including those from Pakistan, to contend with his fiery brilliance. The 30-year-old continues to bowl yorkers and length balls with undiminished effectiveness, all without altering his bowling action. His impressive record since returning includes 68 wickets in 27 matches across all formats, and a notable performance in the 2024 IPL for Mumbai Indians, where he took 20 wickets in 13 matches. Experts from the UAE cricket scene, such as veteran coach Gopal Jasapara and international pace bowler Zahoor Khan, have observed Bumrah's meticulous approach to his game and fitness, which has enabled his successful comeback and maintained his status as one of the world's most feared fast bowlers.
Text: Lara Palmer
11.06.2024
Indian Pace Spearhead Continues to Dazzle with Unconventional Bowling Style Post-Injury Comeback