Seeing Umran Malik's Ability, He Doesn't Lack Anything But Hopefully The Economy Comes Down - Kapil Dev
Former Indian all-rounder Kapil Dev said that Indian speedster, Umran Malik, needs to be given time at the international level and he has a lot to work on, especially his steep economy rate.
Umran had an impressive outing in the IPL 2022 season with Sunrisers Hyderabad following which, he received a national team call-up. His express pace and the ability to take wickets in the middle overs got him the spot in the squad. However, he constantly needs to keep improving at the highest level, as per Kapil.
“I am very happy with his selection. But it’s too early… you have to give him at least two-three years at this level. We reserve high praise for a player, then he disappears after 1 year… but there’s no lack of talent. I want Umran to keep himself in a good environment and continue the hard work at the same pace.”
“By seeing his ability, I don’t think he lacks anything. He needs to develop a great mindset moving forward, and also needs to consult good bowlers and see footage of their bowling,” Kapil told on the Uncut YouTube channel.
“We have to give them two-three years at the international level” – Kapil Dev
Kapil Dev asserted that there have been many players who have been impressive in the IPL but have been unable to replicate the same at the international level. They need to be given more time to express themselves as IPL and world cricket are two different things.
“He bowls fast and takes wicket as well. We have seen players who can bowl fast but can’t pick up wickets. This young guy has done both. Maybe that’s why he got a call-up so early. The IPL has opened the door to national team for many players. But we have to give them two-three years at the international level.”
“If you are bowling 150-plus, economy of 9 isn’t a good thing. It should be around 6 to 7. He (Umran) has to improve upon this… try out yorkers and understand the mindset of the batter. But all these things develop with time. He will improve as he bowls against quality batters and hopefully his economy comes down,” he also added.
