A young Pakistani fan’s flawless imitation of Jasprit Bumrah’s unique bowling action has gone viral on the internet, touching hearts with an impressive demonstration of passion and skill.
Bumrah is a very skilled bowler with an uncommon bowling style that many cricketing aspirants look up to. But this kid even touched hearts of fans and cricketing communities alike.
In that video, which has since been trending on social media platforms worldwide, you can see him do every single bit of Bumrah’s delivery with unnerving accuracy. From his quirky run-up to his crisp stride; it was almost same as the Indian player’s.
The boy’s commitment and hours spent in practicing are shown as he imitation Bumrah right down to the last detail. This performance from the boy prodigy not only showcases his own talent but also proves how influential Bumrah is among a new generation of cricketers.
India’s winning T20 World Cup campaign saw 30-year-old Bumrah playing a critical role. He won the Player of The Tournament award for his extraordinary displays during the tournament. In just eight matches he took 15 wickets showing his prowess in bowling.
His bowling statistics were nothing short of remarkable because he kept an average of 8.26 runs per over taken by him. Moreover, at 4:17 runs per over conceded, Bumrahs’ economy rate was astounding.
This viral sensation reminds us all how sports can be used as a bridge across borders irrespective of nationality. It is an example of cricket at its best- inspiring people through players like Bumrah who act as mentors for young fans in any part of the globe.