Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis has praised Jasprit Bumrah as the toughest bowler he has ever faced in his career. Speaking at the SA20 India Day event in Mumbai, du Plessis humorously expressed his hope that the Indian pace star would not feature in South Africa's domestic franchise league. The Delhi Capitals batter developed deep respect for Bumrah through numerous encounters in international matches and the Indian Premier League. Bumrah, recognized as one of the finest all-format bowlers in modern cricket, continues to dominate despite facing multiple injuries throughout his career. He is set to play a crucial role in the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa, which begins on November 14 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The match has been declared a sellout, with fans flocking to witness India's training sessions ahead of the series.
Bumrah's Outstanding Form and Record Against South Africa
Jasprit Bumrah has been in exceptional form throughout 2025, collecting 23 wickets from six Tests at an impressive average of 23.43 and a strike rate of 47.3. His performance includes two five-wicket hauls, showcasing his ability to dismantle batting line-ups consistently. Against South Africa specifically, Bumrah boasts an outstanding record with 38 wickets in eight matches at an average of 20.76 and a strike rate of 41.9. The right-arm pacer is expected to be a key weapon for India in the upcoming Test series starting at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on Friday, November 14. According to Cricket Association of Bengal president Sourav Ganguly, the match is completely sold out, reflecting the public's eagerness to watch Bumrah and the Indian team in action.
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