Jasprit Bumrah Names the Toughest Batter He Faced in T20s: It’s Neither Virat Kohli Nor AB de Villiers

Jasprit Bumrah named the batter who has challenged him the most in T20 cricket.

Indian pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah recently delivered a candid interview to his wife and anchor, Sanjana Ganesan, on JioCinema, the official live streaming platform for IPL 2024, covering a plethora of topics.

Wrapping up the interview, Sanjana Ganesan challenged Jasprit Bumrah to a rapid-fire round, firing off 20 questions in quick succession. Bumrah’s responses were both intriguing and entertaining.

When asked about the toughest batter he has faced in his career or someone who has challenged him a lot in T20s, Jasprit Bumrah surprised everyone with his answer: former South African batter JP Duminy.

Reflecting on his early encounters with JP Duminy, here’s what the Mumbai Indians pacer said:

“Early on he got a lot of runs against me, and by the time I figured him out, he retired. I could dismiss him only once.”

Since his debut in 2016, Jasprit Bumrah has been a cornerstone of the Indian cricket team, showcasing his skill across all formats. Currently representing the Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024, he holds the record for the highest number of wickets for the team.