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Brett Lee, the legendary Australian fast bowler, has hailed Indian pace sensation Jasprit Bumrah as the "best" bowler across all three formats of the game. Lee's praise comes after Bumrah's stellar performance at the 2024 T20 World Cup, where he was named Player of the Tournament."Their batting order, which includes players who can dominate at every position from top to bottom, speaks volumes. Their middle-order is loaded with power and they have hitters who can put runs on the board quickly. In my opinion, Jasprit Bumrah is simply exceptional," said Lee.Bumrah's exceptional pace, swing, and control make him a formidable force in all formats. At the T20 World Cup, he showcased his leadership abilities, leading the Indian attack with 15 wickets at an average of 8.26 and an economy of just 4.17."He is the best bowler in all formats right now and leads the attack. Bumrah can keep up an amazing pace while shaping the new ball away. His tournament performance demonstrated his leadership abilities, taking about 15 wickets with remarkable economy. He is absolutely exceptional, and India is deserving of praise for their accomplishments," added Lee.Lee, who is currently captaining the Australia Legends team at the World Championship of Legends, also praised his country's performance after their first loss against Pakistan."It's obviously been a wonderful week for us. After our loss against Pakistan and then to have three wins in the tournament is fantastic. So, we are starting to find some form," he said.With legends like Dan Christian and Brett Lee driving the team, the Australia Legends are one of the most formidable teams in the tournament. They have advanced to the semifinals after a thrilling victory over India in the first season of the World Championship.

Former Indian coach Ravi Shastri has emphasized the importance of focusing on each match individually for Team India in the upcoming T20 World Cup. He urged the players to avoid getting carried away by thoughts of lifting the trophy and instead concentrate on playing fearless cricket one game at a time.Shastri also heaped praise on Jasprit Bumrah, declaring him the best bowler across all formats in the world. He highlighted Bumrah's ability to read situations, adapt to different pitches, and execute a wide range of deliveries. Shastri cited Bumrah's impressive performance against Afghanistan, where he took three wickets and conceded only seven runs in four overs, as an example of his exceptional skills.According to Shastri, Bumrah's ability to quickly assess the batsman's intentions and adjust his bowling strategy sets him apart from other bowlers. He emphasized that Bumrah's versatility, including his mastery of the new ball, makes him a formidable competitor in all formats of the game.Shastri's advice to the Indian team aligns with the approach of playing one match at a time, which has been adopted by successful teams in the past. He believes that by focusing on the present task and not getting distracted by the ultimate goal, the team can perform at their best and increase their chances of reaching the final.