Umran Malik, popularly known as the “Jammu Express”, is one of India’s fastest bowlers and a fan-favourite in the IPL. After early success with his express pace, Umran’s career took a tough turn due to injury issues. But ahead of IPL 2026, he continues to remain one of the most talked-about pacers, especially after his move to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for two consecutive seasons.
Here is the complete breakdown of his IPL 2026 price, team, stats, records, last 10 innings, and latest updates.
Umran Malik IPL 2026 Price & Team
IPL 2026 Team
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
IPL 2026 Price
- ₹75 Lakhs
Status
- Retained by KKR for IPL 2026
Umran was first bought by KKR for ₹75 lakh and retained on the same contract for IPL 2026.
Read more: IPL 2026 Auction Players List: All Teams
Latest News on Umran Malik Ahead of IPL 2026
Injury & Recovery Update
- Umran Malik missed the entire IPL 2025 season due to a recurring hip injury.
- He was ruled out after failing to clear fitness tests.
- His rehabilitation took place at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
- He needed 25–30 more days of recovery as reported during IPL 2025.
- KKR replaced him in 2025 with Chetan Sakariya.
Absence From KKR Camp
- Umran did NOT attend the KKR pre-season camp in 2025.
- Reason: Workload management + rehabilitation under NCA supervision.
- Expected to rejoin KKR fully fit for the IPL 2026 season.
Umran Malik IPL Career Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Team (2026) | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Role | Fast Bowler |
| IPL Debut | 2021 |
| Matches | 26 |
| Wickets | 2 (official IPL wickets; more bowling data available from extended matches) |
| Fastest Ball | 155–157 kmph (overall career highlight) |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm fast |
| Highest Score | 19* |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Base City | Jammu & Kashmir |
Umran Malik IPL Batting Stats
Batting Summary
| Season | Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 8 | 19 | 19* | 19.00 | 237.50 | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 | 14 | 4 | 3* | 4.00 | 50.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 |
| TOTAL | 26 | 23 | 19* | 11.50 | 143.75 | 1 | 2 |
Umran Malik IPL Bowling Stats
(Note: Official IPL match wickets show 2 wickets from 2021; extended stats from provided match logs included below.)
Career Summary
| Matches | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Avg | Economy | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 12 | 96 | 2 | 48.00 | 8.00 | 1/21 |
Extended Bowling Stats (Based on Provided Match Logs)
These represent his most recent spell-by-spell performances before injury.
| Match | Opponent | Bowling |
|---|---|---|
| Match 8 | SRH | 0/15 |
| Match 69 | MI | 0/41 |
| Match 40 | DC | 0/22 |
| Match 34 | SRH | 0/14 |
| Match 29 | CSK | 0/18 |
| Match 19 | SRH | 1/36 |
| Match 14 | SRH | 2/32 |
| Match 10 | LSG | 1/22 |
| Match 4 | SRH | 1/32 |
| Match 70 | SRH | 1/24 |
Umran Malik Last 10 Batting Innings
| Match | Runs |
|---|---|
| vs MI | 0 |
| vs DC | 0 |
| vs SRH | 0 |
| vs CSK | 0 |
| vs SRH | 0 |
| vs SRH | 0 |
| vs LSG | 0 |
| vs SRH | 19 (8) |
| vs SRH | 0 |
| vs MI | 0 |
His main contribution remains his bowling.
Umran Malik Career Highlights
Speed Records
- Bowled 157 kmph in IPL 2022 – one of the fastest balls by an Indian.
- Clocked 155 kmph in international cricket.
Breakthrough Season
- In IPL 2022, delivered a five-wicket haul (5/25) and won the Emerging Player of the Season.
International Debuts
- T20I Debut: vs Ireland (2022)
- ODI Debut: vs New Zealand (2022)
Bowling Strengths
- Extreme pace (150+ kmph regularly)
- Skiddy bouncers
- Late movement at high speed
Read more: IPL 2026 Retention Players List
Umran Malik in IPL 2026: What to Expect
Despite injury setbacks, Umran remains a high-value asset for KKR due to:
1. Raw pace that no Indian bowler currently matches
KKR values his ability to win matches with pace alone.
2. Perfect fit for Eden Gardens
The surface offers bounce and carry, ideal for fast bowlers.
3. Fresh start after full recovery
He skipped IPL 2025 entirely but is expected to return stronger.
4. KKR’s long-term investment
Retaining him for 2026 shows their confidence in his potential.
Conclusion
Umran Malik may have faced injuries over the last season, but his pace, talent, and match-winning ability make him one of the most exciting fast bowlers heading into IPL 2026. With KKR backing him again for ₹75 lakh, all eyes will be on whether the Jammu Express can deliver a strong comeback.
