Steve Smith Lauds Jasprit Bumrah as One of the Best Fast Bowlers

Australian cricketer Steve Smith has praised Jasprit Bumrah as arguably the best fast bowler across formats, ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy

The five-Test series between India and Australia is set to commence in Perth on November 22, with India looking to secure a third consecutive series victory Down Under. Smith highlighted Bumrah’s exceptional skills, emphasizing his effectiveness with the new, slightly older, and old ball. “He’s a wonderful bowler. It’s always going to be a challenge facing him,” Smith stated during an interview with Star Sports. His comments reflect the high regard in which Bumrah is held within the cricketing community.

As a seasoned player with 109 Test matches under his belt, Smith is poised to reach the significant milestone of 10,000 Test runs, having currently accumulated 9,685 runs. Meanwhile, Bumrah has made a remarkable impact since his Test debut in January 2018, claiming 164 wickets in just 37 matches at an impressive average of 20.51. With both players in form, the upcoming series promises to be an exciting contest, showcasing the skills of one of the world’s leading fast bowlers against one of cricket’s most prolific batsmen. As India aims for a historic three-peat, Bumrah’s performance will be crucial in their quest for success in Australia.