Legendary Australian pacer Brett Lee has heaped praise on Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah ahead of the ICC World T20 2024. Lee commended Bumrah for his exceptional ability to consistently execute yorkers in competitive cricket, a skill that is often rare among fast bowlers. Bumrah, who had a standout season in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, managed to pick up 20 wickets for the Mumbai Indians despite the team’s disappointing performance.
Speaking at the launch of the Legends Intercontinental T20 league, Lee emphasized the importance of fast bowlers mastering the art of bowling yorkers. He expressed his desire to see more bowlers follow in Bumrah’s footsteps and deliver toe-crushing deliveries at crucial moments in the game. Bumrah’s impressive performance in the IPL earned him a third-place finish in the Purple Cap standings, with only Varun Chakaravarthy and Harshal Patel ahead of him in terms of wickets taken.
Reflecting on the evolution of yorkers in T20 cricket, Lee highlighted the effectiveness of this delivery in restricting batsmen and creating pressure. He emphasized the need for bowlers to set the right field and execute yorkers with precision to outsmart batsmen who attempt unorthodox shots. With the T20 World Cup on the horizon, Bumrah’s mastery of yorkers could prove to be a crucial weapon for India as they aim for success in the tournament.