Bhuvneshwar Kumar played a key role in India’s T20I and ODI series wins over England.
In the absence of ace fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar spearheaded the attack brilliantly to script India’s T20I and ODI series victories.
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While Bhuvneshwar picked up 4 scalps in the five-match T20I series, he claimed 6 wickets from three ODIs, including the figures of 3/42 in the series decider on Sunday (March 28).
Impressed by his performance, former India batsman Ajay Jadeja hailed Bhuvneshwar for fulfilling Bumrah’s role to perfection.
"Bhuvneshwar took the responsibility of the leader of the pack which is always there among bowlers. Apart from bowling with the new ball, all the roles which Jasprit Bumrah plays, Bhuvneshwar fulfilled that role," Jadeja said while speaking on Cricbuzz.
"When the wickets are not coming, you bring him on, or you use him in the death overs when there is pressure... Bhuvneshwar played these role effectively," he added.
"These roles are a double-edged sword. Because when a player like Sam Curran starts hitting, he starts defending against these bowlers, and attack everyone else. So, their contributions does not reflect in the stats," he explained.
According to Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar only needs to take care of his body as he is a smart operator with the ball.
"Bhuvneshwar Kumar just needs to take care of his body. Fast bowlers are always filled with aggression, but Bhuvneshwar Kumar also has a mind. He uses his mind, and not just his aggressiveness. He has an understanding of when to bowl which delivery. He makes the best of his experience," he remarked.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar will now be seen in action for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 2021 edition of Indian Premier League (IPL), stating April 9.