Umar Akmal Hits The Nets For Intense Cricket Practice Session
Pakistan batsman focused on sharpening skills as he continues push for national team comeback.
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Pakistani cricketer Umar Akmal has shared a glimpse into his ongoing training regimen, posting a video of himself during a practice session at the nets. The Instagram post, simply captioned “Practice session 🏏 #cricket #umarakmal,” shows the middle-order batsman facing deliveries and working on his technique.
Continuing His Push For A Comeback
This training session comes just days after Akmal made his intentions clear about returning to national duty. In a recent heartfelt post, the 34-year-old expressed his desire to represent Pakistan again, writing: “Representing my country will always be my biggest pride! Still, my heart beats with the dream of making a comeback & donning the national jersey once again. I’ll give it my all – sweat, & hard work! Pakistan Zindabad🇵🇰”
The middle-order batsman has been consistently sharing updates of his training sessions at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore, thanking the facility in another recent post: “Thank you #Nca🇵🇰”. His dedication to improving his skills has been evident through his continuous presence at training facilities.
Career Marked By Ups And Downs
Umar Akmal, the younger brother of former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal, has had a career marked by significant achievements and controversies. Akmal made his international debut for Pakistan in August 2009 against Sri Lanka and quickly established himself as a talented middle-order batsman.
Throughout his career, Akmal has represented Pakistan in 16 Test matches, 121 One Day Internationals, and 84 T20 Internationals. His aggressive batting style and ability to score quickly made him a valuable asset for the national team, particularly in limited-overs cricket.
However, his career trajectory has been affected by disciplinary issues and inconsistent performances.
Balancing Cricket And Family Life
Despite his professional challenges, Akmal appears to maintain a balanced life beyond cricket. In recent weeks, he has shared family moments on his Instagram, including a post captioned “#familyfun #umarakmal #kids #nca” showing him enjoying time with his family. He also shared Eid greetings with his followers, posting “Eid Mubarak to everyone ✨” and another post extending wishes to friends.
In a touching personal moment, Akmal recently celebrated his child’s birthday, sharing a post with the caption “Happy birthday to my putar❤️” (putar meaning son in Punjabi), offering fans a glimpse into his life as a father.
Support For Pakistan Cricket
Despite his own ups and downs with the national team, Akmal continues to show support for Pakistan cricket. During the recent T20 World Cup, he posted encouraging messages for the national team, stating, “Pakistan is still in the race just need to stay positive and focused,” showing his continued connection to the team’s fortunes even while not being part of the squad.
The cricketer’s consistent training regimen suggests he hasn’t given up on his international ambitions. Working with coach Azam Hussain, whom he frequently tags in his posts, Akmal appears determined to improve his skills and fitness levels.
Umar Akmal’s recent practice session represents just one more step in his ongoing efforts to reclaim his place in the Pakistan national team. For fans of the talented but often controversial batsman, these glimpses of his dedication offer hope that they might see him in Pakistan colors once again.
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