Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has heaped praise on pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah for his exceptional adaptability and versatility, which allows him to excel on any type of track. Bumrah is currently in action in the ongoing Test series against Bangladesh, with the first Test underway at Chennai’s MA Chidambram Stadium.
Speaking on JioCinema, Jurel lauded Bumrah’s ability to adjust to different conditions seamlessly. “His adaptability across all tracks is not easy to maintain. Sometimes it is a long spell, other times it is a quick two-over spell where the captain needs a wicket,” said Jurel.
Jurel also highlighted Bumrah’s resilience and consistency despite the physical demands of fast bowling. “Injuries are common for pacers like him, but he always delivers by taking wickets. That’s what makes him special,” he added.
Jurel emphasized that Bumrah’s adaptability sets him apart from many bowlers who prefer conditions that suit their style. “He can brilliantly adapt to any track, whether it is a seaming pitch or one that favors spinners,” he said.
The wicketkeeper-batter recalled the scorching yorker that Bumrah delivered to England’s Ollie Pope during the Test series against England, which deceived the batter and uprooted two of his stumps. “I would not have done any better than Pope. I probably would have reacted the same way,” said Jurel.
In 37 Tests, Bumrah has taken 159 wickets at an average of 20.69, with the best bowling figures of 6/27. In nine home Tests, Bumrah has taken 33 wickets at an average of 16.36, with the best figures of 6/45.
In the ongoing Test against Bangladesh, Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bowl first. India’s top-order collapsed, leaving them at 34/3. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal (56 in 118 balls, with nine fours) and Rishabh Pant (39 in 52 balls, with six fours) stitched a 62-run partnership for the fourth wicket, bringing India into the game. After India was reduced to 144/6, Ashwin and Jadeja (86* in 117 balls, with 10 fours and two sixes) stitched a 195-run partnership, ending the day at 339/6.
Hasan Mahmud (4/58) was the top bowler for Bangladesh, destroying the Indian top order, removing skipper Rohit Sharma (6), Shubman Gill (0), and Virat Kohli (6).
