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Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed heaps praise on Jasprit Bumrah, says there is no bowler like him in modern cricket
Indian cricket team’s star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has once again impressed cricket experts around the world with his lethal bowling. Pakistan selector and former fast bowler Aaqib Javed has openly praised Bumrah, saying that he is the kind of bowler who never allows batters to settle into a rhythm during a match.
Bumrah recently played a crucial role in India’s victorious campaign in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Throughout the tournament, he delivered outstanding performances, claiming 14 wickets and finishing as the joint leading wicket-taker. His pinpoint yorkers, sharp bouncers, and consistent line and length kept opposition batters under constant pressure.
Javed, who was also a member of Pakistan’s 1992 Cricket World Cup winning squad led by Imran Khan, said Bumrah is a rare talent in today’s era of cricket. According to him, Bumrah’s unique bowling style and variations make it extremely difficult for batters to feel comfortable at the crease.
“In today’s era, across the entire World Cup, there is only one bowler like that—Jasprit Bumrah,” Javed said. “He is different. He is not a normal bowler.” His unusual action, combined with sharp pace and intelligent variations, makes him one of the toughest bowlers to face in world cricket.
Javed further explained that Bumrah’s biggest strength is unpredictability. Batters often struggle to anticipate what kind of delivery will come next, whether it is a deadly yorker, a slower ball, or a sudden bouncer. This constant uncertainty prevents them from building momentum.
Over the past few years, Bumrah has emerged as one of India’s most dependable bowlers across formats. In high-pressure matches, his calm mindset and clinical execution have helped India overcome several challenging situations.
During the T20 World Cup 2026, Bumrah delivered match-turning spells at crucial moments, helping India gain the upper hand in key games. Because of such performances, cricket experts across the globe now regard him as one of the most dangerous fast bowlers in modern-day cricket. 🏏🔥