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West Indies legend Curtly Ambrose was one of the best fast bowlers of his time. Now commentator and coach, Ambrose spoke about the forthcoming ICC Cricket World Cup in India this year and on the return of Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah, saying that his presence will make India favourites in the tournament at home and advised him to increase his …

Shami and Bumrah Best Among Fast Bowlers, says Sir Curtly Ambrose

Former West Indies fast bowler Sir Curtly Ambrose rates India's Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah as two among the world's best fast bowlers. The 60-year old ex-right arm fast bowler, who has 630 international wickets was speaking to an India-born cancer specialist Nilesh Mehta living in the USA. "He rated Shami and Bumrah the best fast bowlers India has produced …

Fast Bowlers

No discussion on fast bowlers is complete without the mention of the great Sir Curtly Ambrose. As the West Indies fast bowling spearhead from the late 80s until 2000, Ambrose achieved great success and his partnership with Courtney Walsh made the duo one of the most lethal opening bowling pairs of all time. In a conversation with sports presenter Karishma …

Aggression can’t be taught to bowlers as it’s a trait they ought to be born with, says West Indies legend Curtly Ambrose, who tormented batsmen in his glorious career. Ambrose said though he was naturally aggressive, it was fellow legendary Antiguan bowler Andy Roberts, who encouraged him to embrace it while bowling. Five and half ounces coming at you at …