India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah said he enjoys taking charge under pressure and called the T20 World Cup defence one of the most rewarding experiences of his career.
As India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final to become the only team to win the T20 World Cup three times, Bumrah had an outstanding performance, taking four wickets.
“I don’t want to hide behind, I want to be in the thick of things. I always wanted to do a tough job. I’ve played cricket for that. I started cricket for that. When I’m able to make a difference, that gives me so much joy. No better feeling than that,” Bumrah, who was adjudged the Player of the match, said in a video shared by BCCI after the victory.
The victory has additional personal meaning for the bowler, who was born in Gujarat, because it took place at the venue where his cricket career started.
“I started my cricket here. I played all my cricket here, come up the ranks through playing for Gujarat over here and winning the World Cup here, winning, being Man of the Match. The last time we fell just short, this time we went over it, really happy.”
Bumrah also mentioned his family’s presence during the title victory, describing it as a very emotional experience.
“My son came. He was there last time as well; this time, he was there. My mum came, really special. I don’t know about full circles, but really, really happy, back-to-back World Cups never really happen. Really grateful God is really kind, and I couldn’t be more thankful.”
