Dale Steyn applauds Jasprit Bumrah's mastery and impact in nullifying pitch dynamics
By Ovaise Shariff | First Published Feb 9, 2024, 5:47 PM ISTFast-bowling legend Dale Steyn praises Jasprit Bumrah's extraordinary cricketing prowess, highlighting his unique ability to neutralize pitch conditions with impeccable bowling skills.
Jasprit Bumrah's extraordinary skills, marked by his unorthodox action, lethal yorkers, and remarkable pace, have propelled him to legendary status, according to fast-bowling great Dale Steyn. Steyn praised Bumrah's pivotal role in India's triumph over England in the second Test in Visakhapatnam, emphasising his ability to consistently deliver wicket-taking yorkers even on seemingly docile Indian pitches.
Steyn expressed admiration for Bumrah's distinctive bowling style, asserting that he has effectively eliminated the pitch factor from his performances. The South African speedster also acknowledged the depth of India's fast-bowling talent and expressed confidence in the team's ability to manage workload, particularly that of key players like Bumrah.
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