Vaughan's Comment On Stokes-Bumrah (Source: @BazballNation/x.com, @SriniMaama16/x.com)
In the ongoing Test series between India and England, fans are enjoying some exceptional faceoffs as players are battling hard with all intent. Following the dramatic draw in Manchester, the spotlight is on the fierce comparison between Jasprit Bumrah and Ben Stokes, as Stokes emerged as the standout performer in the match.
Michael Vaughan's latest comment regarding this has sparked a heated debate. In his column, he claimed that Ben Stokes outshone Jasprit Bumrah with sheer brilliance in the recently concluded match, adding more spark to the ongoing comparison.
Vaughan Hails Stokes’ Brilliance, Says He Outclassed Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah, often hailed as one of the best bowlers of the generation, hasn’t quite hit his stride in the ongoing series. His pace has decreased, and he has missed wickets at critical times, especially in the fourth Test. In contrast, Ben Stokes performed at his best, taking an impressive five wickets in the first innings at Manchester.
As Bumrah secured 14 scalps in the ongoing series, Stokes secured 17 wickets. In his Telegraph column, the former England captain Michael Vaughan drew a striking comparison between the two pace stars, applauding Stokes for his outstanding performance.
“He does things no one else can. I think Jasprit Bumrah is the greatest seamer I’ve seen. Well, Stokes has out-bowled him in this series and been better than anyone else. He gets back-spin, has an awkward angle, and a great ability to know exactly how to bowl on a surface, and hit the one spot on the pitch that can cause trouble, as he did to KL Rahul on the final day against India at Old Trafford,” he wrote.
Stokes Shines As England’s Most Valuable Player
In the recently concluded Test match, Ben Stokes brought out his best form. After grabbing a fifer in the first innings, he smashed a thrilling ton and played a remarkable 141-run knock. With that, he shattered the record book, becoming only the fifth captain to score a century and take a five-for in the same Test. Michael Vaughan praised Stokes as the heartbeat of the current England side, placing him alongside some of the game’s greats through his comparison.
“There have been teams in the past who have been very reliant on individuals. Ian Botham, of course. When I was captain, I had Andrew Flintoff. But having worked his way back to fitness with the ball and finding form with the bat, not to mention his captaincy, I cannot remember an individual as vital to a team’s hopes as Stokes is to this England team,” he added.
Despite those efforts, the Manchester Test ended with a dramatic draw as Team India’s brilliant fight changed the fate of the clash. Now, all eyes are on the final showdown at the Oval. With England leading 2-1, the last match will decide whether they clinch the series or if India levels it with a thrilling win.
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