Recently, a video has taken social media by storm, showcasing a young Pakistani bowler who has remarkably mimicked the bowling action of Australia’s Josh Hazlewood. The clip, capturing the bowler’s smooth run-up, high-arm release, and the uncanny resemblance to Hazlewood’s bowling action, has been shared widely across platforms like X.
Fans have been quick to point out the precision in every movement, from the way he holds the ball to the follow-through. Comments range from humorous takes suggesting the bowler might be Hazlewood’s long-lost twin to genuine appreciation for the skill and effort involved in mastering such an iconic style. This has sparked discussions on the influence of international cricket on local talents.
Meanwhile, the fans were stunned to see the bowler copy every movement of Hazlewood. Here are some of the reactions:
Josh Hazlewood will miss the Adelaide Test in BGT 2024/25
Meanwhile, Hazlewood is currently playing in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 against India. The Australian side lost the first Test in Perth by 295 runs. Hazlewood scalped five wickets in the match. However, he has been ruled out of the second Test match which is a Day/Night Test match with the Pink ball starting on December 6 in Adelaide. The bowler has suffered a side strain.
Sean Abbott and Brendan Doggett have been called up as cover for the lanky pacer. The loss of Hazlewood will be a big blow for the Australians. However, in most likelihood, Scott Boland will replace him in the playing XI. Josh Hazlewood, often likened to the legendary Glenn McGrath, is renowned for his precision in line and length. He is one of the most effective bowlers in all cricket formats. His bowling action is smooth, focusing on accuracy rather than sheer pace, consistently challenging batsmen with an unerring fourth stump line.
Hazlewood’s ability to bowl long, testing spells with minimal fuss, combined with his capacity to move the ball both ways, makes him a vital asset. His control over swing and seam, alongside his disciplined bowling, marks him as one of the premier pacers.
