Umran Malik Debut, Stats, Age, Jersey No, Career, IPL Team, Price

By: Cricbites | September 11, 2025

Indian cricket has always been full of fast bowlers, but few have been able to generate as much excitement as Umran Malik. Known as the “Jammu Express”, Umran has taken the cricketing world by storm with his raw pace and aggression. He has the uncanny ability to bowl consistently at speeds in excess of 150 km/h. From being a net bowler for Sunrisers Hyderabad to becoming India’s fastest bowler, Umran’s journey has been inspiring.

In this blog, we will take a detailed look at Umran Malik’s career journey and the milestones that made him a great prospect in cricket.

Early Life And Background

In Srinagar, Urman was born. The date was 22 November 1999. Raised in a modest family, cricket was always his first love. Unlike many professional cricketers, Umran never went through the coaching system in his childhood.

His father runs a small fruit shop in Gurjar Nagar, and his family always supported his passion despite limited resources. His natural ability caught the attention of coaches in Jammu and Kashmir cricket circles. Later, he was given a place in the state’s age-group teams.

Success: IPL Opportunity

Umran Malik’s cricketing journey took a decisive turn in 2021. He was selected as a net bowler for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2021. However, fate had bigger plans. When fast bowler T. Natarajan tested positive for COVID-19, SRH went to Umran and welcomed him into their main team.

On 3 October 2021, Umran Malik made his debut in the IPL. He played as a rival for Kolkata Knight Riders in Dubai. The world saw a bowler from Jammu and Kashmir bowling at a speed of 150+ kmph consistently. Commentators, players and fans were amazed by his raw pace. Even legends like Dale Steyn and Ian Bishop were full of praise.

International Debut

After impressing in the IPL, Umran Malik’s name was on everyone’s lips. His performance earned him a place in the Indian national team.

T20I Debut: 26 June 2022, against Ireland at Malahide. He bowled at a blistering pace, showing glimpses of his talent at the international level.
ODI Debut: 25 November 2022, against New Zealand at Auckland. He took 2 wickets in his very first ODI, and immediately proved his worth.
Test Debut: As of 2025, Umran Malik is yet to make his Test debut, but given his pace and ability, it seems only a matter of time.

Career Stats (as of 2025)

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
ODIs	10	9	366	399	13	3/57	3/57	30.69	6.54	28.1	0	0	0
T20Is	8	8	139	243	11	3/48	3/48	22.09	10.48	12.6	0	0	0
FC	12	17	1034	714	16	3/25	4/121	44.62	4.14	64.6	0	0	0
List A	14	13	564	627	15	3/57	3/57	41.80	6.67	37.6	0	0	0
T20s	54	54	1070	1624	65	5/25	5/25	24.98	9.10	16.4	3	1	0

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
ODIs	10	4	3	2	2*	2.00	11	18.18	0	0	0	0	2	0
T20Is	8	2	2	5	4*	–	2	250.00	0	0	1	0	2	0
FC	12	12	5	73	18	10.42	86	84.88	0	0	6	6	3	0
List A	14	5	3	16	14	8.00	19	84.21	0	0	0	2	3	0
T20s	54	14	10	46	19*	11.50	40	114.99	0	0	3	3	12	0

Recent Matches of Umran Malik

Match	Bat	Bowl	Date	Ground	Format
SRH vs MI	—	0/15	27-Mar-2024	Hyderabad	T20
J + K vs Puducherry	0 & 0	0/15	09-Feb-2024	Puducherry	FC
J + K vs Uttarakhand	—	—	02-Feb-2024	Jammu	FC
J + K vs Odisha	7* & 7*	2/34 & 1/34	19-Jan-2024	Cuttack	FC
J + K vs Delhi	—	1/35	12-Jan-2024	Jammu	FC

IPL Career

Debut Season: 2021 (Sunrisers Hyderabad)
Breakthrough Season: 2022 (22 wickets in 14 matches, 4 wickets against PBKS)
Special Honours: Emerging Player of the Tournament (IPL 2022)

Umran’s ability to bowl yorkers at 150+ km/h and his game-changing spells have made him a fan favourite in the IPL.

Jersey Number

Umran Malik proudly wears the number 24 jersey for both Team India and Sunrisers Hyderabad. The number has now become a symbol of raw pace and youthful energy in Indian cricket.

IPL Team And Price

Since his debut in 2021, Urman has always played as an SRH player. Recognizing his talent, SRH retained him ahead of the 2022 mega auction.

IPL 2022 Retention Price: ₹4 crore
IPL 2023–2025: Retained by SRH again, he has been their pace leader.

For SRH, he has been the X-factor – someone who can break down the batting lineup with sheer pace. His spell against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2022 is still remembered as one of the most thrilling performances.

Playing Style – The Pace Machine

Umran Malik is not just fast; he is consistently fast. While many bowlers can occasionally touch 150 km/h, Umran delivers them one after the other. His fastest record in IPL is 157 km/h (against Delhi Capitals, 2022), making him the fastest Indian bowler in history.

His strengths include:

Express speed: Regularly clocks between 150-155 km/h.
Bouncers and short balls: Trouble even the best batsmen with their sharp bounce.
Yorkers: Can be deadly when the ball is bowled at top speed.

However, like many young fast bowlers, Umran is still developing his control and variety. At times, he leaks runs in T20 cricket, but with experience, his accuracy is expected to improve.

Challenges And Learning Curve

No matter what, all cricketers have faced obstacles in their lives and Umran is one of them. Despite his raw pace, he has often been criticised for his lack of control and consistency. His economy rate in T20Is has been on the high side, which shows that he still needs to polish his craft.

But at the same time, legends of the game have stressed that pace is natural, accuracy comes with time. With the right guidance, Umran can develop into India’s strike bowler across all formats.

Role Models And Inspiration

Umran has often mentioned that he looks up to South African great Dale Steyn, who also served as SRH’s bowling coach during his early years. Steyn’s guidance has been instrumental in helping Umran manage his pace and fitness.

He has also drawn inspiration from bowlers like Shoaib Akhtar and Brett Lee, who were known for their raw pace.

Achievements And Highlights

Fastest Indian bowler in IPL history (157 km/h in IPL 2022).
Emerging Player of the Tournament – IPL 2022.
Represented India in both T20Is and ODIs within a year of his IPL debut.
Widely regarded as the future leader of India’s pace attack.

Net Worth And Endorsements

As of 2025, Umran Malik has an estimated net worth of around ₹7-10 crore. His earnings come from:

IPL contract with Sunrisers Hyderabad (₹4 crore annually).
Match fees from BCCI (ODI, T20I).
Endorsements and brand promotions.

His unique skills have skyrocketed his popularity, making him one of India’s most marketable young cricketers.

Conclusion

Umran Malik is not just a young bowler; he is the face of India’s new fast-bowling revolution. His journey from the streets of Jammu to representing India at the highest level is a testament to what talent and determination can achieve.

While he still has areas for improvement, his raw pace makes him a once-in-a-generation talent. If properly guided, Umran Malik can become one of the most fearsome fast bowlers in the world in the coming years.

The cricket world is watching closely, and one thing is for sure, whenever Umran Malik is run out to bowl, fans expect fire, thrill and raw speed.

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