Srinagar Former Australia batter and Coach Justin Langer has termed India pace ace Jasprit Bumrah as the right hand version of Wasim Akram.
“I would hate to face him. He is like Wasim Akram. For me, he is a right-hand version of Wasim Akram, and every time I am asked the question, ‘Who is the best bowler you have ever faced’, I say Wasim Akram,” said Langer was quoted as saying.
Langer’s comments highlight Bumrah’s ability to swing the ball both ways, his remarkable accuracy, and his tenacious competitive spirit—qualities reminiscent of Akram in his prime.
In the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia, the right-arm pacer has cemented his reputation as one of the best bowlers of his generation.
With 21 wickets in three matches at an astonishing average of 10.90 and a strike rate of 25.14, including two five-wicket hauls, Bumrah has been the backbone of India’s bowling attack.
His standout performance of 6/76 further underscores his dominance.
Akram’s ability to outfox batters with late swing and searing yorkers is mirrored in Bumrah’s approach.
Meanwhile, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy fourth Test will take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) from December 26-30.