India, April 4 -- Jammu and Kashmir pace sensation Auqib Nabi says former South African speedster Dale Steyn's ability to swing the ball at a high speed inspired him to take up fast bowling.

Nabi, who played a key role in J&K's maiden title win in the Ranji Trophy this year, is in the Delhi Capitals' camp waiting to make his debut in the Indian Premier League.

He might get a chance on Saturday when Delhi takes on Mumbai Indians in a home match.

"I used to watch Dale Steyn a lot when I was young. The way he swung the ball at such high pace inspired me to become a fast bowler and hopefully, play for India one day," Nabi told 'JioHotstar'.

"I used to get scolded a lot by my father for constantly playing cricket because I didn't have his ...