Umran Malik's Form Slumps Amidst Domestic Cricket Absence

Umran Malik, the Jammu and Kashmir-based pacer, burst onto the scene in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 with his blistering speed. His impressive performances earned him a Team India debut against Ireland in June 2022. However, the 24-year-old's form has since taken a dip, leading to limited appearances in the IPL and domestic cricket.

Malik's struggles in the IPL 2023 and 2024 seasons were attributed to his expensive bowling, as batters found ways to score runs against him. The pacer recently revealed that he missed the ongoing Buchi Babu tournament in Tamil Nadu due to dengue.

Malik believes that his lack of domestic appearances has contributed to his poor form. He worked with former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan during the Ranji Trophy but faced challenges due to weather and injuries.

Despite the setbacks, Malik remains optimistic and is working on improving his bowling. He is focusing on swing bowling with the new ball and developing a plan to execute his deliveries effectively.

Malik acknowledges the importance of fitting into the bowling group and complementing their plans. He believes that by doing so, he can better handle the challenges he faces on the field.

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