Curtly Ambrose views Jasprit Bumrah as a bowler “so different” from all others and feels the India speedster has the potential to reach the 400-wicket milestone in Test cricket if fitness doesn’t become an issue for him going forward.

Bumrah’s short run-up, though, appears to be a bit of a worry for Ambrose. But of the current crop of Indian quicks, he’s most impressed by Bumrah.

“India have got a few good fast bowlers. But I’m a big fan of Jasprit Bumrah. He’s so different than any other bowler I have seen.

“He’s so effective and I’m looking forward to him doing really well,” the West Indies fast bowling legend said on The Curtly & Karishma Show on YouTube.

Talking about if Bumrah can go beyond 400 Test wickets, Ambrose said: “He should as long as he can remain healthy, fit and play long enough. He can seam the ball, swing the ball and bowl great yorkers.

“He has got a lot in his arsenal. So as long as he can remain on the park for a long period of time, I’m sure he can get up there.”

Bumrah, making his Test debut in 2018, has scalped 83 wickets in 19 Tests so far at an impressive average of 22.10, quickly becoming a vital cog in Team India’s scheme of things.

As for Bumrah’s short run-up, Ambrose feels he puts a little more strain on his body. “You know in terms of fast bowling, it’s generally about rhythm. So you need to build a good rhythm before you can deliver.

“Bumrah has got a very short run-up. He walks most of the way and maybe one or two or three little jogs before delivery.

“So it simply means he may be putting a little more strain on his body. But if he can remain strong enough, I think he’ll be okay.

“It’s just about him staying strong to accompany that short run-up. If he can do that, he’ll go the distance,” Ambrose emphasised.