NEW DELHI: India’s star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has inspired many aspiring bowlers worldwide. With his ability to send stumps cartwheeling, bamboozle batsmen, beat star batters with his sheer pace and off-cutters, and uproot stumps with his lethal toe-crushing yorkers, Bumrah has become a vital cog in the Indian bowling setup and an inspiration to many bowlers globally.
A notable example of his influence emerged when a young Pakistani kid captured the internet’s attention with his flawless imitation of Bumrah’s distinctive bowling action.
A notable example of his influence emerged when a young Pakistani kid captured the internet’s attention with his flawless imitation of Bumrah’s distinctive bowling action.
This young boy’s imitation has resonated with fans and cricketing communities alike.
Even Pakistan’s bowling legend Wasim Akram expressed delight upon seeing the video of the youngster flawlessly imitating Bumrah’s bowling style.
Akram took to social media and wrote: “Wah jee wah, look at that control and action exactly like the great @Jaspritbumrah93. Video of the day for me. #crickethavenoboundaries.”
Bumrah played a pivotal role in India’s triumphant T20 World Cup campaign, earning the ‘Player of the Tournament’ award.
His crucial spells throughout the tournament resulted in 15 wickets in eight matches at an average of 11.86 and an economy rate of 4.17, with the best bowling figures of 3/7.