Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Virat Kohli for India (Source: AFP)Bhuvneshwar Kumar emerged as one of India's most promising fast bowlers after making his international debut in 2012. The Meerut-born ace pacer gained immense attention because of his ability to swing the new ball in both directions.His journey, however, was not without setbacks, as a series of injuries gradually reduced his pace, and soon he was no longer a regular bowler for the Indian Team. However, he has remained a regular in franchise cricket, especially in the IPL for RCB.In a recent conversation on Jatin Sapru’s YouTube channel, Bhuvneshwar revealed an interesting part of his early career. He explained that he tried to imitate the bowling actions of several legendary fast bowlers, including a famous Pakistan bowler.Also Read: Nostalgia Says Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Numbers Scream South Africa!Wasim Akram Among Legends Bhuvneshwar Kumar CopiedIn a recent interview, Bhuvneshwar revealed that he looked at Brett Lee, Glenn McGrath, Shaun Tait and Wasim Akram while working on his bowling action.Jatin Sapru asked - Whose action did Bhuvneshwar Kumar copy?Bhuvneshwar replied - • Brett Lee• Glenn McGrath• Shaun Tait• Wasim AkramThe inclusion of Wasim Akram is particularly interesting. The former Pakistan captain was one of the finest left-arm quicks and was known for generating late swing at considerable pace. His ability to move the ball both ways inspired India's Bhuvneshwar Kumar.Watch the video here: M Farhan @MFarhan1200 🚨 Whose action did Bhuvneshwar Kumar copy? 🔥 - In the interview, he said that he trying to copy these legends bowling action 🤯 • Brett Lee • Glenn McGrath • Shaun Tait • Wasim Akram 🇵🇰 🔴 Bhuvi copy these bowlers action. That's why his swing was too good. Sep 15, 2026, 10:38 AM A look at Brett Lee, Glenn McGrath, Shaun Tait and Wasim Akram's careersIn the game of cricket, over the years, it has produced several fast bowlers. Glenn McGrath and Wasim Akram are two of the most celebrated international fast bowlers. McGrath finished his Test career with 563 wickets in 124 matches at an economy rate of 2.49. In the ODI format, he bagged 381 wickets in 250 matches at an economy rate of 3.88.Looking at Wasim Akram’s career, he took 414 Test wickets in 104 matches at a bowling average of 23.62 and an economy rate of 2.59. In ODIs, he took 502 wickets in 356 matches at an economy rate of 3.89.Australian great Brett Lee was a different kind of threat. The speedster finished with 310 Test wickets in 76 matches and 380 ODI wickets in 221 matches at an economy rate of 4.76.Shaun Tait's side-arm action produced extraordinary pace, including deliveries above 160 km/h. However, injuries limited his international career, but he played an important role for Australia.Where Does Bhuvneshwar Kumar Stand Among India’s Great?Bhuvneshwar Kumar may not have the numbers like those of Wasim Akram or McGrath, nor the explosive speed if compared to Brett Lee and Shaun Tait, but he has a special place among India’s finest swing bowlers.He became the first Indian bowler to claim five-wicket hauls in Tests, ODIs and T20Is. Bhuvneshwar Kumar also won the IPL Purple Cap in consecutive seasons in 2016 and 2017 while representing Sunrisers Hyderabad.In his career for India, Bhuvneshwar has played 21 Tests and taken 63 wickets at an economy rate of 2.94. In the ODI format, he has taken 141 wickets in 121 matches at an impressive economy rate of 5.08. In the IPL, playing for three teams (RCB, SRH and PWI), he has taken 226 wickets in 206 matches at an economy rate of 7.71. Also Read: Imran Khan Case- Australian Government Sent SoS By Australian Captains Against Mohsin Naqvi's Government
