Marko Jansen Shines in World Test Championship Final as Ricky Ponting Predicts Bright Future

The World Test Championship final is currently taking place at Lord's Cricket Ground, featuring South Africa against Australia. In this match, South African bowlers have been dominating the proceedings. Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has expressed his belief that young South African bowler Marko Jansen has a promising future ahead. He predicts that Jansen could become one of the best Test all-rounders in the world.

While coaching Marko Jansen during the IPL, Ponting had the opportunity to closely observe his skills. The ICC Hall of Famer noted that Jansen is among the tallest players in cricket, yet his talent is equally remarkable. He has made an impressive start for the Proteas, forming a formidable fast bowling partnership with Kagiso Rabada, which wreaked havoc on Australia's top order on the very first day of the World Test Championship final.

While Rabada garnered significant praise for taking five wickets at Lord's, Jansen's bowling was equally noteworthy. The left-arm bowler claimed three wickets for 49 runs in 14 overs, dismissing key players like Marnus Labuschagne and Travis Head. Although he faced a setback with a finger injury while fielding on the second day, he quickly returned to the bowling crease, demonstrating his fearless attitude by getting Labuschagne out for just 22 runs.