Didn't know how to do it: Bhuvneshwar says he 'didn't realise' one important attribute of pace bowling in initial years | Cricket - Hindustan Times
close_game
close_game

Didn't know how to do it: Bhuvneshwar says he 'didn't realise' one important attribute of pace bowling in initial years

May 28, 2021 12:41 PM IST

Bhuvneshwar has always been known for his swing bowling and accuracy in lengths. However, there was one aspect of pace bowling that Bhuvneshwar did not realise in the initial years.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been one of the most successful bowlers for Team India in the last 5 years. He formed a lethal partnership with Jasprit Bumrah as India relied on their skills in ODIs and T20s. However, injuries have forced Bhuvneshwar to miss a considerable amount of action in recent years. He was been missing from the Indian team before finally making his impressive comeback against England in March.

India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar(Action Images via Reuters)
India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar(Action Images via Reuters)

Bhuvneshwar has always been known for his swing bowling and accuracy in lengths. However, there was one aspect of pace bowling that Bhuvneshwar did not realise in the initial years. The fast bowler has revealed that he didn't realise the need to add pace to his bowling in the first few years of his journey.

Hindustan Times - your fastest source for breaking news! Read now.

READ | One cricketer he would like to block on social media? Vaughan names former India batsman

The Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer broke into the scene as a swing bowler. But over the years, he has also improved on his pace and that has made him all the more dangerous as batsmen find it a little more difficult to take him on.

In a video posted on Sunrisers Hyderabad's official Twitter handle, Bhuvneshwar said: "To be honest, first couple of years I didn't realise pace is something that needs to be added. As I kept playing, I realised with swing I need to improve my pace because bowling in late 120kph or just 130kph, batsmen were adjusting to the swing. So, I wanted to increase the pace, but I didn't know how to do it. That was the general trend to train hard and spend time in the gym. "Fortunately, I was able to improve the pace and that really helped me in the later stages. So yes, when you have pace, not the express 140-plus, but bowling in the mid-130kph helps maintaining that swing and keep the batsman guessing."

While Bhuvneshwar missed the bus for the upcoming World Test Championship final against New Zealand in Southampton and the five-match Test series against England, he has made it clear that he is keen to make a comeback to the red-ball squad.

READ | Don't like watching Test cricket but when he comes to bat, I am watching: Mills' high praise for India batsman

"There have been articles about me not wanting to play Test cricket. Just to clarify, I have always prepared myself for all three formats irrespective of the team selection and will continue to do the same. Suggestion - please don't write your assumptions based on "sources"!" he wrote on Twitter.

Even though he is not part of the Test tour to England, he is expected to play the limited-overs series that has been planned against Sri Lanka with an eye on the upcoming T20 World Cup.

(with ANI inputs)

Stay updated with the latest Cricket News, IPL Live Scores, and get exclusive insights with the RR vs DC Live Score, IPL 2024 Schedule, match highlights, and more. Explore a comprehensive Cricket Schedule, track the race for the Purple Cap and Orange Cap in IPL 2024, check Virat Kohli performance and stay ahead with all the cricket-related updates on the Hindustan Times website and app.
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Share this article
SHARE
Story Saved
Live Score
OPEN APP
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
Sign out
New Delhi 0C
Friday, March 29, 2024
Start 14 Days Free Trial Subscribe Now
Follow Us On