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On 26 Aug 2025, New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson shared his top five Test bowlers. He included two Pakistani greats, Shoaib Akhtar and Wasim Akram, but did not pick any Indian bowler. Ferguson, known for bowling over 145 kph, spoke about his career in IPL and learning from world-class players. He praised the leadership of Ricky Ponting and MS Dhoni and said franchise leagues help players improve. Ferguson said players still love playing for their countries despite franchise cricket's rise. He also admired young Indian bowlers like Arshdeep Singh and highlighted the competitive spirit in international cricket. Ferguson has played for several IPL teams and values the experience gained from playing in India. He called fast bowling a 'God-gifted talent' but stressed hard work and learning from others. The interview showed his respect for cricket legends and his hope for future cricket growth. (Updated 26 Aug 2025, 21:09 IST; source: link)