IPL 2022: Given The Form Umran Malik Is In, He Should Be Fast-Tracked In Indian Squad - Parvez Rasool
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pacer Umran Malik should soon be handed debut caps for India across all formats, as per Indian cricketer Parvez Rasool.
The pacer from Srinagar has been racking up accolades in the ongoing IPL 2022 season, including a 5-wicket haul against Gujarat Titans. His pace has been troubling the batters and he has also touched the 155+ kmph mark.
This kind of form warrants a place in the national side, as per Rasool. However, things could go awry if the 23-year-old isn’t looked after well and his workload management will also have to be observed.
“Given the form that Umran is in, I think BCCI should try to fast-track him in the Indian squad across all formats. There is some talk that he should be preserved for red-ball cricket.”
“But remember he made his presence felt in T20 only when the Indian team management drafted him as a net bowler in the squad for the T20 World Cup in the UAE last year on the basis of his performance in IPL 2021,” Rasool said.
“He is benefitting from his association with Dale Steyn” – Parvez Rasool
Notably, SRH appointed Dale Steyn as their bowling coach which has worked wonders for Umran. Not only has he improved his control, but there is also a considerable amount of consistency in his bowling now.
“He made full use of the opportunities this year and the management is in no position to drop him from the playing XI. There could be the odd bad days, but Imran is a quick learner – you can make out from the control over his yorkers. He is benefitting from his association with Dale Steyn, their fast bowling coach, and will add the other variations,” he further added.
