umran malik

Kolkata Knight Riders have faced a significant blow before IPL 2025 as their top pacer umran malik has been ruled out due to an injury. They have signed left-arm pacer Chetan Sakariya, who was unsold in the auction, for Rs 75 lakh as his replacement. Known for his raw pace, Umran, who represented Sunrisers Hyderabad from 2021 to 2024, was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 75 lakh at the IPL 2025 Auction.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will start their IPL 2025 journey against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22 at their home in Eden Gardens. The BCCI has announced the full schedule, with 74 matches set to be played across 13 venues. KKR, the defending champions under Shreyas Iyer, previously won the title in 2012, 2014, and 2024.

The 2025 IPL season begins with Kolkata Knight Riders facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens. Ajinkya Rahane leads KKR, while Rajat Patidar captains RCB. Virat Kohli returns to T20 cricket, and key players like Venkatesh Iyer and Varun Chakravarthy will be crucial for KKR. The match promises an exciting contest.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), aiming for a fourth IPL title, retained key players like Rinku Singh and Sunil Narine. They made a record-breaking purchase of Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 23.75 crore and acquired Quinton de Kock, Anrich Nortje and others to bolster their squad for the 2025 season after releasing captain Shreyas Iyer. They will be led by Ajinkya Rahane in IPL 2025.

The IPL 2025 season kicks off on March 22 with Kolkata Knight Riders facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The 10-team tournament begins amidst significant injuries, including Jasprit Bumrah and multiple squad changes post the IPL Mega Auction. Teams will strive for victory with revamped squads, navigating player injuries and replacements to clinch the coveted title.

Kolkata Knight Riders aim to secure their fourth IPL title with Ajinkya Rahane as the new captain. Retaining key players like Sunil Narine and Andre Russell, and adding talents such as Quinton de Kock and Anrich Nortje, KKR have a balanced squad. Despite a few weaknesses, their mix of experience and new additions positions them well for a successful season.

The IPL has expanded its player replacement policy, allowing teams to replace players facing season-ending injuries or illnesses till the season's 12th league fixture. Here's an explainer on what the rule specifically says.

Former Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria commended India's bowling talent development, highlighting players like Sai Kishore and fast bowlers such as Mayank Yadav and umran malik. Kaneria noted that India's focus on basics at academies like MRF Pace Academy is producing great talent consistently.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and political parties and leaders Sunday congratulated pace sensation umran malik on his selection in the Indian team for the upcoming five-match T20 International home series against South Africa starting June 9.

Sunrisers Hyderabad fast bowling sensation umran malik is leaving everyone impressed with his express pace and accuracy in the IPL 2022.

India's new speed gun umran malik has been breathing fire in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Bowling in the death overs is the most difficult task for a bowler and fast bowler Umran, who consistently bowls at 145- 150kph plus, handles that arduous task, seemingly with ease.

Gujarat Titans pacer Lockie Ferguson on Sunday surpassed Sunrisers Hyderabad's umran malik's record for the fastest delivery of IPL 2022. Ferguson achieved this feat during the summit clash of IPL 2022 against Rajasthan Royals.

Pacer umran malik, who has been sending the IPL speedometers into an overdrive with his blistering pace, delivered a maiden 20th over in Hyderabad vs Punjab IPL match on Sunday and struck thrice to restrict the Punjab Kings to 151 all out and end with figures of 4/28.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly while praising umran malik on Wednesday said if the pacer stayed fit then he would be around for a long time.

As the news of BCCI's decision on Sunday announced the names of 18 players for Team India which included son of soil presently Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) bowler umran malik, fans and friends rushed to his home to celebrate the most cherished moment.

When the Indian team gathered at the Kotla on Monday for its first practice session before the five-match T20I series against South Africa, umran malik was the centre of attention. Everyone was curious to see the speed merchant from Jammu and check out whether the hype was real. More importantly, how quick was the 22-year-old to the naked eye.

India won the toss and opted to field against Ireland in the first T20I on Sunday.Pacer umran malik was handed his India cap before the toss. Conor Olphert will be making his debut for Ireland.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan is highly impressed by Sunrisers Hyderabad pace bowler umran malik.

umran malik, having recovered from dengue, is gearing up for the Duleep Trophy starting on September 5. Now at the National Cricket Academy, the young pacer is optimistic about his form and aims to make a significant impact this season. Known for his express pace, Umran is eager to solidify his place in the Indian squad.