Jansen’s rise puts him among the most valuable assets

Marco Jansen's rapid evolution as a genuine fast-bowling all-rounder has given South Africa a rare two-inone asset at a time when world cricket is short on pacers who can influence matches with both bat and ball.

- PTI

The 25-year-old left-armer, once viewed primarily as a new-ball prospect, has grown into a player capable of shaping sessions with the ball and altering momentum with his batting, making him central to South Africa's long-term plans across formats.

Jansen's bowling remains his biggest currency - steep bounce, natural angle across right-handers and the ability to extract movement even on slowing surfaces have already earned him several match-shaping spells.