Throughout the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL), the 22-year-old star has been the cynosure and following his super impressive show, veteran cricketers have gotten impressed and have all backed Umran for a spot in the Indian team. He is arguably the brightest new star of IPL 2022-Opines Hirav Shah, Sports Astrologer and Sports Strategist.

About Umran Malik

The 22-year-old tearaway fast bowler from Jammu and Kashmir, Umran Malik has made waves in the IPL. Now he has played for the Indian national team for the five-match T20 series against South Africa, in June.

First time, India has a quickie whose speed is within touching distance of the 160 kmph-mark and hence there is so much excitement around Umran Malik. All he needs to do now is focus on his fitness and length, that’s all- Opines Hirav Shah.

Umran Malik Horoscope

Birth Date 22nd November 1999
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Birth Number  4 ruled by the Sun
Destiny Number  7 ruled by Neptune 
Lucky Numbers 1, 2, 7

Umran Malik’s Early life & Education

Just like every other family, Umran’s family also had doubts about his future as a sportsman.

However, they were very sure of one thing, which is Umran’s best shot is not with studies, and it’s sad, but he is a class X dropout.

Coming from a middle-class family, including two elder sisters, Umran Malik knew his responsibility.

During his earlier days, Umran never had proper training, and he would go for tennis ball matches and would win prizes. Sometimes, he would play two to three matches on a single day.

While he was 17, he had joined the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, and then he got into the U-19 team in 2018. Then, with consistency and discipline, he slowly became the bowling star that he is today.

Umran Malik’s Personal life

Umran Malik is very young and is unmarried. He is only focused on his career right now. His entire family believes in Islam and prays to Allah.

Umran Malik’s Career Trajectory

On 18 January 2021, Umran made his Twenty20 debut for Jammu & Kashmir in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. On 27 February 2021, he made his List A debut for Jammu & Kashmir in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Malik was named a short-term COVID-19 replacement for T. Natarajan by the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2021 Indian Premier League. Rest is “History”.

Umran Malik’s Awards & Achievements

Umran Malik is undoubtedly the fastest bowler in the Country today. He recently won the ‘Fastest Delivery of the Match’ award, for the 14th consecutive time in this season of IPL. The 22-year-old star from Kashmir won a total cash prize of ₹14 lakh (Rs 1 lakh per match). His fastest delivery in the tournament is, when he clocked 157 kmph against Delhi Capitals.

Lessons to learn from Umran Malik

Strong Mind-Body Connection

Fast bowling is long and lonely work. It calls for a mind as strong as the body. And a self-belief, capable of going past bad days, convinced good ones are round the corner. They(fast bowlers) need to be blooded quickly even if they are not the finished product yet.

Lesson?

If the mind and the body are both strong and in sync, then anything, yes anything is achievable!!

Finding The Right Mentor

The star pacer has talked publicly about the importance of Irfan Pathan’s guidance in nurturing his skills. The Kashmir pacer added that he used to jump a lot earlier, getting away from the right length. But now what has happened is, with the right mentoring from the former Indian pacer, he has been targeting just the right areas.

Lesson ?

Finding the right mentor is very important. Also, it’s vital to find encouraging folks, who can be chargers and ‘never’ drainers.

Conclusion

Umran Malik is the epitome of pace in cricket. Nothing ever goes completely to plan, in Cricket. Yet, in such an uncertain game, Umran is already a winner. He has mastered how to act without fear-Concludes Sports Astrologer Hirav Shah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Umran Malik, Indian?

Yes, Umran Malik is an Indian.

Which Country does Umran Malik belong to ?

Umran Malik belongs to India, and he was born in Jammu & Kashmir

Is Umran Malik from Kashmir ?

Yes, Umran Maik from Kashmir received his maiden call-up for the National Team just recently.

Who is the fastest bowler in India presently?

Umran Malik

Has the Government supported Umran Malik?

J-K LG met Umran Malik recently and the Government will take care of Umran’s training.

What Ganguly feels about Umran Malik?

Ganguly is super impressed and has shared his opinion about Umran Malik that- “His future is in his hands. If he stays fit and bowls at this pace, I’m sure he will be around for a long time”.

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