Former India bowler Ashish Nehra is surprised that Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) did not give rookie pacer Umran Malik. A chance sooner in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 season.
In Dubai, Malik, 21, made his IPL debut against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). In match number 49 of IPL 2021. Malik wowed cricket analysts with his speed and precision, clocking a speed of 150 kph.
However, The right-arm fast bowler, a young prospect from Jammu and Kashmir. It was pulled into the SRH squad as a COVID-19 substitute for T Natarajan.
“I am surprised SRH did not play Umran Malik earlier. He was brought in as T Natarajan’s replacement. Thus, Who hasn’t taken part in the second half of IPL 2021 at all. SRH was struggling in the bowling department so I am wondering why they held him back. Especially considering the pitches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi,” the former left-arm seamer said
Nehra stated that Umran Malik has that x-factor about him. When asked about his first impressions of the potential fast bowler.
“Umran Malik definitely has pace, but that’s not all. His action is very smooth and, being from Kashmir, he is very strong. He is skiddy, and the way the ball left his hand was very impressive. Only time will tell how far he goes, but Umran Malik definitely has the X-factor; there is no doubt about that. I am highly impressed,” the former cricketer commented.
Umran Malik
Umran Malik bowled four overs for 27 runs and, despite not taking a wicket, his added pace caused problems for the KKR batters.
“We have been facing him in the nets, and it’s quite something special. He’s got quite a lot of pace. For a young guy, he runs in and bowls fast. It’s amazing for him to get a chance tonight. Thus, He has been bowling in our nets for a couple of seasons now. It was a special occasion for him, and what a talent!” said Kane Williamson
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