10 Indian players who broke into international circuit through IPL performances

international debutWhen the first season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) kick-started in 2008, there was doubt about whether the marquee tournament would be a success. However, after over 15 editions of the cash-rich league, one can truly state that IPL has transformed the lives of many players around the globe and has unquestionably revolutionized T20 cricket.

The T20 extravaganza has been a stage for young talented cricketers to showcase their skills and make a case to break into the international circuit. Since the inception of IPL, one has witnessed many promising cricketers thrive in the high-profile competition and then went to don the national colours.

Here are 10 Players who made their international debut after shining in IPL:

10. Umran Malik

Umran Malik caught a lot of eyeballs when he clocked speeds of over 145 kmph consistently in IPL 2021. Sunrisers Hyderabad liked what they saw in the youngster and retained him for the following edition. He repaid the faith of the Hyderabad franchise and rattled batters with his fiery pace.

Umran featured in 14 games in the 15th IPL edition and bagged 22 wickets at an economy of 9.03, which consists of a four-wicket haul and a five-wicket haul. The speedster was adjudged the Emerging Player of the season due to his incredible bowling displays. The inclusion of an express pacer provides another dimension to the bowling attack and thus, India drafted Umran into their white-ball set-up.

The 23-year-old has displayed his prowess in the international arena and delivered the goods for the Men in Blue. He has featured in eight ODIs and bagged 13 wickets at an economy of 6.45. Talking about the T20Is, the ace pacer has taken 11 scalps in eight matches.