“Stop Bowling To Me!” – Yuvraj Singh Recalls Facing Young Jasprit Bumrah in Nets
Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh recently shared a hilarious and revealing story about his early encounter with a young Jasprit Bumrah.
Long before Bumrah became one of the world’s most feared fast bowlers, he was already troubling batters — including Yuvraj himself.
Yuvraj’s Comeback Phase Meets Young Bumrah
The incident took place when Yuvraj Singh was making his comeback to cricket after battling cancer.
During a nets session, a teenage Jasprit Bumrah bowled at him with surprising pace and intensity.
What followed was an unexpected reaction from the senior player.
“Kid, Stop!” – Yuvraj’s Honest Reaction
Yuvraj revealed that he was taken aback by Bumrah’s raw speed.
"I was like, ‘I want this kid out of the nets’ and ‘stop bowling to me’. I said, ‘Kid, stop!’"
At the time, Yuvraj was trying to regain his rhythm, and Bumrah’s sharp pace made things even more challenging.
Bumrah’s Pace Even Back Then
According to Yuvraj, Bumrah may not have had complete skill early on, but his pace was already exceptional.
His unique action and ability to generate awkward bounce made him difficult to face even in practice sessions.
This early glimpse hinted at what Bumrah would eventually become.
From Nets Bowler to World-Class Star
Jasprit Bumrah has since evolved into one of the most complete fast bowlers in modern cricket.
He is now a key player across all formats and continues to dominate batters worldwide.
The story shared by Yuvraj highlights just how early his talent was visible.
Yuvraj’s Continued Role in Indian Cricket
Yuvraj Singh remains closely involved with the game, mentoring young players and sharing his experience.
He currently works with emerging talents like Abhishek Sharma, guiding the next generation of cricketers.
Conclusion
Stories like these offer a fascinating look into the early days of cricket stars.
From being asked to “stop bowling” in the nets to becoming a global pace icon, Jasprit Bumrah’s journey is truly remarkable.
