Cricket: Allan Donald expresses concern on fast bowler injuries

 Mumbai: SA20 Ambassador and legendary former South African cricketer Allan Donald recently shared his thoughts on the impact of high-level competition on fast bowlers, specifically addressing the injuries sustained by players like Anrich Nortje.

"The injuries, unfortunately, to a guy like Anrich Nortje, who's a box-office bowler, and a couple of others, it's not ideal. It's not ideal," Donald expressed in a media interaction organized by SA20.

He emphasized the appeal of fast bowlers who can deliver at speeds of 155 km/h, capturing the imagination of young fans worldwide.

"What the rest of the world wants to see--what young fans around the world want to see--is a guy bowling at 155 clicks and making things happen. So it's unfortunately the brutality of the world game and where it is," he said.

Former pacer highlighted the relentless cycle of stress on the bodies of fast bowlers, leading to frequent injuries and absences.

"It's just, it's an ongoing cycle that I think is, you know, it's hard to stop. It's the level of the stress that gets put on the bodies, unfortunately," Donald said. Despite the challenges, Donald sees these situations as opportunities for emerging players to make their mark. (ANI)

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