Bhuvneshwar Kumar makes honest admission, says ‘I forgot that I can use saliva’ | Cricket News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed a major growth this season with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) lifting the ban on utilizing saliva as a ball-sprucing agent.
This choice was made after a number of captains expressed their help for the transfer, because it was beforehand prohibited throughout the COVID-19 pandemic as a precautionary measure.
The reintroduction of saliva as a ball-sprucing agent has reignited discussions across the artwork of reverse swing, a ability that has been largely forgotten in latest occasions.
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However, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the quick bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has supplied a unique perspective on the matter.
In a candid admission, Bhuvneshwar revealed that he had forgotten concerning the revised guidelines permitting the use of saliva till the group workers reminded him.
“I forgot that I can use saliva. Yesterday when the (team) staff told me, I didn’t know that I have to use it,” he mentioned. “I am not sure if it will help or not, but now that I remember, definitely in tomorrow’s match (vs PBKS), I will put some saliva and see if it helps or not.”

While Bhuvneshwar stays unsure concerning the potential advantages of utilizing saliva, he acknowledged the significance of exploring its affect on the ball’s behaviour.
On the opposite hand, some of Bhuvneshwar’s contemporaries have eagerly embraced the chance to revive the artwork of reverse swing. Mitchell Starc, the quick bowler for Delhi Capitals, showcased a glimpse of reverse swing throughout their match towards Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday.
His outstanding accuracy and the contact of reverse swing performed an important function in Delhi Capitals’ victory within the Super Over.

Nitish Rana, a Rajasthan Royals participant, acknowledged Starc’s distinctive ability, stating that executing 11 yorkers out of 12 balls at a tempo of 145 kmph whereas producing reverse swing deserves immense credit score.
“Reverse swing had completely gone away from cricket, whether it was red ball or white ball. Suddenly, if someone can execute 11 yorkers in 12 balls at a 145 (kmph) pace, then you have to give Starc the credit,” Nitish added.
Delhi’s captain, Axar Patel, additionally praised Starc’s means to execute his plans beneath strain, saying, “Getting reverse swing is one thing, but executing it is very important. It was reversing, but at that time, under pressure, he (Starc) was executing it. I was just reminding him to be clear about the plans we made in the bowlers meeting. I was getting the same response: ‘Don’t worry, skip. I’ll do it.'”