Shoaib Akhtar Thinks This Indian Will Be One of the Greatest Ever Fast Bowlers

Former fast bowler, Shoaib Akhtar, believes that Indian fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, will become one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of cricket. Shoaib said that Bumrah’s intelligence as a bowler and his ability to read the situation and conditions make him one of the best in world cricket currently.

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Akhtar compared Bumrah to former Pakistan fast bowler, Mohammad Asif.

Akhtar said, “But I think after Asif, Bumrah is the smartest fast bowler presently. People were doubtful about his fitness in Test cricket, even I was watching him closely. He has a quick bouncer, is deceptive and sharp and a good character this guy is.”

Akhtar added that Bumrah’s exceptional use of conditions to swing the ball reminds him of legendary Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis. Akhtar further said that during his playing days, they would look at the wind speed and direction rather than the condition of the pitch to make the ball swing. He said he sees the same technique used by Bumrah.

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“This is my assumption that Bumrah knows these sort of things which I hardly think other fast bowlers know these sort of things,” Akhtar added.

Akhtar said that he sees Bumrah becoming one of the fast bowling greats if he keeps himself fit and healthy. He said that Bumrah’s action and demeanor might be unusual for a fast bowler, but his skills will help him achieve greatness.