Jasprit Bumrah has grown up in Farveez Maharoof, a former cricket player from Sri Lanka, has likened Jasprit Bumrah’s skill to Wasim Akram’s heyday. He also discussed the ways in which India’s top bowler has improved over time. The cricketer-turned-commentator claims that although Bumrah has become an extremely effective all-format bowler for India, this has also put an undue amount of strain on his body, which is difficult to manage.
Known for his hat-trick against India in the 2010 Asia Cup, Maharoof recalled how Bumrah had changed from a one-tricky pony to a deadly all-format bowler for India. He cited his experiences playing for Southern Express against the Mumbai Indians and facing Bumrah in a group-stage match in Raipur during the 2014 edition of the now-defunct Champions League tournament.
Regarding what makes him effective, I believe his current activity and abilities. Around 2013 or 2014, I recall playing against Jasprit in the Champions League. There is a significant gap between what I recall of him then and what I see now. For instance, he is no longer merely an inswing bowler to right-handers. These days, he has also developed a successful outswing. With the exception of India, 90% of batters worldwide agree that Jasprit Bumrah is the hardest bowler to deal with in any kind of game. In an interview with India Today, Maharoof said, “That’s comparable to how Wasim Akram was viewed in his prime.”
In contrast to a significant portion of the cricket community, which criticised Bumrah for missing several matches for India, Maharoof showed sympathy for the 31-year-old. He pleaded with the Indian Cricket Board of Control to properly manage his workload. He went on to discuss the physical impact that regular fast bowling puts on the body.
He has performed admirably, but regrettably, his back problems cause him to sustain injuries on a regular basis. I can relate to him because I am a quick bowler myself. Jasprit Bumrah is unique, therefore it’s critical that he and the BCCI properly manage his workload moving forward. It’s important to maximise his international career when he is in the system since players like him don’t come around very frequently. People must realise that a fast bowler’s body moves more than three times their body weight each time they release a ball. This puts a great deal of strain on the ankles, knees, and back,” he continued.
During their recent red-ball tour of England, Jasprit Bumrah played in three of India’s five Test matches.
While Jasprit Bumrah was playing franchise T20 cricket for MI, many former cricket players criticised him for being selective when it came to representing the country. His next appearance will be at the 2025 Asia Cup, which will take place in the United Arab Emirates. Alongside bitter rivals Pakistan, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates, the Men in Blue are assigned to Group A.
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