[Watch] MS Dhoni picks Jasprit Bumrah as his current favorite bowler

During a media interaction, India's two-time World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni was recently asked to name his favorite bowler. The keeper-batter disclosed that Jasprit Bumrah is his current favorite among bowlers.

While Dhoni named Bumrah as his favorite bowler, he mentioned that it was tough to name a batter, given that India have many players who have done exceedingly well with the bat in the recent past.

You can watch the video of Dhoni's answer below:

Jasprit Bumrah was last seen in action during the 2024 T20 World Cup. He stole the show with his bowling exploits at the showpiece event and was one of the key architects in the Men in Blue's title-win. He was adjudged the Player of the Tournament for picking up 15 wickets from eight innings at a fantastic strike rate of 4.17.

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"Gave me a lot of security" - Jasprit Bumrah on playing under MS Dhoni's captain

MS Dhoni was India's white-ball captain when Jasprit Bumrah made his debut in international cricket during the side's tour of Australia in 2016. Speaking about his debut, Bumrah stated that Dhoni gave him a lot of security.

The speedster also admitted to being nervous before the tour. Bumrah made these remarks during The Indian Express' Express Adda Show. Here's what he said about Dhoni:

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"He (Dhoni) gave me a lot of security quickly. When I came to Australia, I had just taken a flight and I didn't know anyone. How do you talk to MS Dhoni first time? You are suddenly playing a game and not practiced with the team. He is one of the guys who has a lot of faith in his instincts and doesn't believe in a lot of planning."

Jasprit Bumrah won't be seen in action during India's upcoming three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka. The 30-year-old has been rested by the team management for the tour.

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