Jasprit Bumrah's meteoric rise has redefined Indian cricket's bowling legacy. Known for his unconventional runs, lethal runs and unparalleled consistency, Bumrah is not only India's most dangerous bowler, but is also regarded as one of the greatest cricketers in the world. His ability to perform in all conditions and formats has made him an invaluable asset to the Indian team. From turning matches around to performing under pressure, Bumrah's contributions have been pivotal to India's success on the global stage.
Sourav Ganguly names second best bowler after Jasprit Bumrah
While it cannot be denied that Bumrah is currently the best, former India captain Sourav Ganguly He recently highlighted another player whom he considers to be the second best player after Bumrah. Ganguly expressed his satisfaction with his vision Muhammad Al-Shami He is regaining his fitness and is considered to be the best bowler in India after Jasprit Bumrah.
Ganguly admitted that Shami might feel some nerves upon his return to international cricket after a long absence due to a knee injury. But the former skipper highlighted the positive aspect of Shami's return, noting that his extensive participation in domestic cricket for Bengal helped him regain his rhythm and prepare for the challenges of the upcoming matches.
“I am happy to see Shami fit because I think he is probably the best player in the country after Jasprit Bumrah. I know he will be a bit nervous because he is playing cricket after a long time, especially with a knee injury, but the good thing is that he has played a lot for Bengal in domestic cricket.” “This will help him in the upcoming matches.” Ganguly said at a special event in Kolkata.
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A big positive for Indian cricket
It is worth noting that Al-Shami’s return to the Indian national team represents a major boost to the team’s offensive line. Since playing in the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia in Ahmedabad, Shami has been sidelined due to an ankle surgery that kept him out of action for almost a year. Rehabilitating it through local tournaments such as Syed Mushtaq Ali Award and Vijay Hazare Award Help him regain his rhythm and get called up to the national team. Shami's experience and skill will be crucial for India as they aim to build a formidable bowling line-up alongside Bumrah to face the challenges ahead, especially Champions Cup 2025.
