As IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy approaches, two Indian players are at the center of discussions: former India skipper Virat Kohli and premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Veteran Kohli is expected to make a big impact, with fans hoping he will shine in Australia with his batting. Fans are eager to see Jasprit Bumrah challenge Australian batters with his exceptional skills and intimidating presence.
Australian media has compared Jasprit Bumrah's dominance to the legendary West Indies bowlers of 1970s, highlighting him as the first touring bowler in years to instill such fear among Australian batters.
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In a recent podcast, Australian batter Travis Head spoke about the challenge of facing Bumrah, describing it as nearly impossible to face his deliveries. Bumrah's incredible record - 32 wickets in just 7 matches - in IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy further cements his reputation.
"Impossible (to face). You try to feel like you’re one step ahead, but it always feels like he’s that next step," Head told 'Fox Cricket'.
"Any format of the game, he’s incredible. He’s their X-factor, he’s the guy they go to every time, and more often than not, he’s able to produce for them.
"In big moments you want big players, and I think he’s their biggest. You’ve got your work cut out as a batter. He’s someone that’s going to be difficult over summer.” Part of Bumrah’s magic is his signature bowling action, which defies cricket convention.
"He (Bumrah) creeps in like a cat burglar," pace legend Lee said in a lighter vein.
Jasprit Bumrah is hailed as one of the finest fast bowlers in international cricket, a formidable force in the sport. What makes him unique is his precision yorkers and ability to swing the ball both ways at speeds exceeding 140 km/h.
In IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Bumrah stands out with the best bowling average among current players, claiming a wicket every 22 runs.