Olympic Gold Medalist Neeraj Chopra suggests minor adjustment for Jasprit Bumrah's pace boost

Neeraj Chopra, India's celebrated javelin thrower, shared a valuable piece of advice for his favorite fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah. During an interaction on the Indian Express’ Idea Exchange, Chopra suggested that increasing Bumrah's run-up could enhance the speed of his bowling.

Chopra's appreciation for Bumrah

Expressing his admiration for Bumrah's unique bowling action, Chopra highlighted that he believes extending the run-up could contribute to Bumrah's pace. The advice stemmed from discussions among javelin throwers about the correlation between run-up length and speed.

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Neeraj Chopra attended the ODI World Cup final at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad, where he witnessed India's defeat. Sharing his experience, Chopra mentioned arriving during a challenging phase for the Indian team but commended their efforts despite the loss.

Insights on the final

Chopra acknowledged the technical aspects of cricket that he might not fully comprehend but noted the difficulties faced by the Indian team, especially in daytime batting conditions. He suggested that the Australian team's strong mindset and confidence played a crucial role in their victory, recognizing their mental edge from the beginning.

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As the third javelin thrower in history to hold both Olympic and World Championships titles, after Jan Zelezny and Andreas Thorkildsen, Neeraj Chopra's insights bridge the worlds of track and field with cricket, offering a unique perspective on sportsmanship and performance.