IND vs ENG: ‘Two brilliant things to watch in cricket…’ – Ex-England cricketer compares Jasprit Bumrah to Australian legend | Cricket News

LEEDS, ENGLAND – JUNE 22: Jasprit Bumrah of India appeals throughout Day Three of the first Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Headingley on June 22, 2025 in Leeds, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has in contrast Jasprit Bumrah‘s masterclass to legendary Australian cricketer Shane Warne.“There are two brilliant things to watch in cricket — a wrist spinner like Shane Warne bamboozling batters and a genuine fast bowler like Bumrah bamboozling batters,” Hussain said on Sky Cricket.Hussain hopes the Indian spearhead remains injury-free so that fans can enjoy his skill set.“Hopefully he stays harm-free and we discuss him for years to come,” he stated.

Bumrah picked up his 14th five-wicket haul in England’s first innings and left the former England captain spellbound. Bumrah took 5 for 83 in the opening Test.“He is absolute genius. That is the one phrase for him. You would not need to replicate him; you would not need to inform younger girls and boys to go replicate this run-up or this motion,” he stated.“He knows what he is doing, he has perfected an art, and he is going to be a thorn in England’s side — not for five Tests, maybe three. In those three Test matches, he is going to take a shedload of wickets,” he added.India have been responsible of spilling a number of catches, however Bumrah selected not to dwell on the lapses, preferring as a substitute to deal with what lies forward.“Yeah, just for a second. But you understand that you can’t really sit down and cry, isn’t it? You have to move forward with the game. So, what I look to do is not to take it too far in my head and try to quickly forget it because all of them are also new to the game,” Bumrah informed reporters.“Sometimes the ball is difficult to sight and nobody is dropping the catch purposely. Everybody is trying really hard. It does happen. So, I don’t want to create a scene or put more pressure on the fielder by showing that I’m angry, kicking the box, or doing something. It’s okay.“It’s half and parcel of the sport. Obviously, if it (the catches) had been taken earlier, that is good, however individuals will study from this expertise,” he added.