Ravichandran Ashwin, the veteran spinner, can’t stop singing praises for speedster Jasprit Bumrah. He’s now calling Bumrah Team India’s most valuable cricketer. Ashwin’s admiration for Bumrah has soared after witnessing the speedster’s exceptional performance in the recent T20 World Cup, where he played a pivotal role in India’s victorious campaign.
Bumrah’s Rise to Prominence
Since bursting onto the international cricket scene in 2016, Bumrah has emerged as a formidable force with his sharp bowling skills across all formats. Hailing from Ahmedabad, this talented fast bowler has taken 397 wickets in 195 international matches. His knack for delivering top-notch performances under pressure has cemented his pivotal role in India’s bowling lineup.
Chennai’s Love for Bowlers
During an interview with Vimal Kumar on his YouTube channel, Ashwin shared an exciting story about Bumrah’s recent visit to Chennai. According to Ashwin, Chennai people greatly appreciate bowlers and warmly welcomed Bumrah when he was in town as a chief guest for an event. Ashwin even mentioned that they gave Bumrah a ‘Rajni treatment’, emphasising that bowlers are highly respected in Chennai. Iumrah is cherished as a champion by the people of Chennai.
Bumrah’s T20 World Cup Heroics
Bumrah’s outstanding performance in the T20 World Cup was pivotal in India’s triumphant title win. With an impressive tally of 15 wickets in eight matches, he rightfully clinched the prestigious Player of the Tournament award. His stellar showing in the final against South Africa further solidified his stature as one of the planet’s premier bowlers.
India’s Batsman-Dominated Culture
India has always been known as a batsman-dominated country, and that’s unlikely to change. However, seeing Jasprit Bumrah getting the recognition he deserves is genuinely excellent. He’s a once-in-a-generation bowler, and it’s about time we celebrate him even more.
Upcoming Test Series
Get ready to witness the dynamic duo of Ashwin and Bumrah in action as India gears up for the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh, kicking off on September 19 in Chennai. Following this exciting series, India will face off against New Zealand in a three-match Test series before heading to Australia for a thrilling five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy series.
