The varied traits that make each bowler in the Proteas’ three-pronged pace attack distinct were clarified by former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble.
South Africa has been playing exceptionally well in the current Champions Trophy. Taking all of their opponents’ wickets in their group-stage matches against Afghanistan and England, respectively, the team has been in outstanding bowling form.
“I believe that one positive aspect of South Africa is that all three of their fast bowlers, who bowled today (against England), are really tall. Of course, Mulder bowls the middle intervals. They are also all unique. They are viewed from rather different perspectives. While Ngidi’s actions make him tough to deal with, Rabada is very classical, and Marco Jansen is quite tall,” Kumble said.
“So, each of the three is really different. You want that kind of nature in a single day (international). The variation is that. The three batters are significantly different from one another, making it difficult for them to line up, even on a flat track. “South Africa can feel [confident] about that as they have this kind of quality and variety going into the tournament’s business end,” he continued.
Marco Jansen is a “whole package” for South Africa, according to Anil Kumble.
Marco Jansen was praised profusely by the former Indian coach for becoming one of South Africa’s best all-round players. He also praised the “steep bounce” that Jansen could get off of nearly any type of track.
Although he has played a lot of cricket, I believe he is still quite young. Certainly, he has grown up. With all those catches, you can see his athleticism in the field, and I’m sure that these three wickets [will give him confidence]. He has also made significant progress in his batting. He has frequently helped South Africa with his batsmanship. He’s a complete package for South Africa at No. 7 or No. 8, in that regard,” Kumble said.
“He is also able to bring the ball back in with the fresh one. Because of his height, batters find it difficult to just get under him. As we witnessed with Phil Salt, it simply took off. He was unable to overcome the bounce, which was very steep. He said, “You need that variety in your bowling attack, and South Africa has plenty of it.”
With a net run rate of +2.395 and five points, South Africa emerged as the winners of Group B. The victor of the India-New Zealand match will be their opponent on March 2.
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