“Wasim Akram Better Than Jasprit Bumrah, MS Dhoni the Best”: Ahmed Shehzad’s Picks in “This or That” Game
Former Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad played a “This or That” game on the Nadir Ali Podcast. He shared his views on cricket’s biggest names. Shehzad ranked players, from legendary pacers to iconic wicket-keepers. He didn’t hold back.
Wasim Akram Tops Among Pacers
When asked to choose between Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis, Ahmed Shehzad chose Akram as the better bowler. But the debate didn’t stop there.
The host listed some great pacers: Jasprit Bumrah, Shane Bond, Mitchell Starc, Rana Naved, and Shaun Tait. He asked Shehzad for his top choice. Once again, Shehzad firmly placed Wasim Akram above them all.
“Wasim Akram was better than all the names you have mentioned,” he said.
Shehzad praised Bumrah as a “world-class bowler” and the best of his generation.
“He is the top bowler in the current generation. He is a world-class bowler who is winning matches for his country. In the wicket-keeper’s section, he preferred Rashid Latif over Brendon McCullum, Rishabh Pant, Mohammad Rizwan, Kamran Akmal, and Mushfiqur Rahim.”
“Rashid Latif is better than Rishabh Pant in the wicket-keeper’s category,” he added. He was then asked about Kumar Sangakkara, Adam Gilchrist, MS Dhoni, and Latif, and he kept the legendary Indian cricketer on the top.”
“I will go with MS Dhoni as he was the master of his skills, and he made his wicket-keeping style famous.”
Shehzad’s comments show the great respect for Dhoni as a wicket-keeper and leader.
Key Takeaways from Shehzad’s Picks
- Wasim Akram: He is ranked higher than Jasprit Bumrah, Shane Bond, and Mitchell Starc.
- Jasprit Bumrah: Praised as the top bowler of the current generation.
- Rashid Latif is preferred over Pant, McCullum, and Rizwan in one comparison.
- MS Dhoni: The best wicket-keeper of all time, ahead of Sangakkara, Gilchrist, and Latif.
Ahmed Shehzad’s Perspective
Ahmed Shehzad’s rankings show his love for cricket legends. He admires Wasim Akram and MS Dhoni. He also respects modern stars like Jasprit Bumrah. His candid takes show his admiration for players who have left a mark on the sport.
