Cricket

Shaun Pollock beliefs Javagal Srinath deserves more credit

A former South African seamer Shaun Pollock has said that former Indian pacer, Javagal Srinath, never got the respect he deserved.

Srinath, who led India’s pace attack in the 90s in a terrific fashion, represented the country between 1991 and 2003 with 67 Tests and 229 ODIs to his credit. During the period, the pacer took 236 and 315 wickets, respectively.

Speaking with former West Indies fast bowler Michael Holding and England’s Stuart Broad during a Sky Sports podcast discussion, the South African expressed the belief that the bowler never got the credit he deserved.

Speaking of his era that comprises the likes of like Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis steadying the ship for Pakistan, Curtly Ambrose and Courtney Walsh for West Indies. Glenn McGrath and Brett Lee for Australia had, he said the present era comprised of James Anderson and Stuart Broad.”

Pollock, during his era amassed over 400 Test wickets and over 3,700 Test runs in 108 Tests. Speaking of West Indian former pacer Malcolm Marshall, Pollock said the great pacer left an indelible mark on him early in his career, adding that he was lucky to meet him.

He further stated that their encounter early in his career made him think about fast bowling in a completely different way.
Having retired from the game since his retirement in 2008, Pollock is not hiding his admiration for his fellow countryman Dale Steyn. The bowler has broken his record. He is now the current leading wicket-taker for South Africa; the record he set in Tests games in December 2018.

Speaking in we of his countryman, Pollock said Steyn’s ability to shape the ball upfront at high speed, which later he reverse is a huge attribute. This he said has been working for him by getting wickets.

He added that his feat has made him special, and he is setting new records.

Written by Oladipupo Mojeed

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

“Never expected a very easy run” – Gautam Gambhir reflects on his tenure as coach after IND vs NZ 2024 Test series defeat

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has admitted that he never expected a very easy run… Read More

October 31, 2024

Probably has a lot to do with playing on flat wickets in T20 – Gautam Gambhir on decline of good defensive technique in Test cricket

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir feels T20 cricket has led to the downfall of a… Read More

October 31, 2024

India needs Mumbai Test win before Australia tour – Gautam Gambhir

Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir feels the Rohit Sharma-led team desperately needs to win the… Read More

October 31, 2024

I cannot say just the batters have let us down – Gautam Gambhir feels everyone should take responsibility for series loss against New Zealand

India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir refused to blame the batters after the team’s 2-0 series… Read More

October 31, 2024

It was insane – Bronny James after scoring his first NBA bucket

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James was on cloud nine after he managed to score… Read More

October 31, 2024

I’m happy with my team’s performance: Mohun Bagan SG head coach Jose Molina after win against Hyderabad FC

Mohun Bagan Super Giant head coach Jose Molina was delighted with the team’s performance after… Read More

October 31, 2024