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Kaleemullah
Name: Kaleemullah
Position: Right-arm fast-medium bowler
Number: 9
Age: 34
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About Kaleemullah

Kaleemullah is the unsung hero of Oman’s bowling attack—a consistent, disciplined, and strategic bowler who thrives in silence while letting his performances speak volumes. Kaleemullah may not always steal headlines, but he is the bowler Oman turns to when control is needed, pressure must be applied, or breakthroughs are required. In the story of Oman’s rise in international cricket, he plays the role of the dependable backbone—always ready, always reliable. Born on December 22, 1990, Kaleemullah’s journey is one of quiet perseverance. Originally from Pakistan, he made Oman his home and his platform to showcase a mature, intelligent brand of fast bowling. Unlike express pacers who rely on raw pace, Kaleemullah is all about precision. He uses angles, movement, and changes of pace to outthink batters—earning respect not just for his skill but for his cricketing brain. As a right-arm medium-fast bowler, Kaleemullah excels in both the powerplay and death overs. With the new ball, he can swing it away from right-handers with a lovely seam position, often testing the outside edge with unerring consistency. His greatest weapon, though, is his control—he rarely gives away extras or loose deliveries, making him the kind of bowler captains trust instinctively. In T20Is and ODIs, Kaleemullah has been a consistent wicket-taker for Oman. He’s particularly effective in tight situations, where his calmness and clarity come to the fore. One of his most impactful spells came during Oman’s qualifiers for the T20 World Cup, where his economical bowling built pressure and triggered collapses. Whether it’s defending a small total or opening the bowling on flat wickets, Kaleemullah’s ability to adapt to conditions makes him invaluable. He may not be a flamboyant figure on the field, but his subtle intensity is felt throughout the team. There’s a quiet fire in the way he goes about his work—focused, determined, and utterly committed to the team’s success. His teammates admire his calmness under pressure and his willingness to do the hard yards, bowling long spells or hitting the deck tirelessly when required. Off the field, Kaleemullah is low-key and humble. He carries himself with quiet pride and remains deeply connected to the grassroots cricketing community in Oman. He mentors younger bowlers, often helping them refine their actions or develop tactical awareness. To the upcoming generation, he is proof that you don’t have to be loud to be impactful—that true class lies in consistency and control. Kaleemullah’s role in Oman cricket is foundational. While the stars may shine brightest, it is his consistency, control, and unshakable work ethic that keeps the team grounded. He’s the kind of cricketer every team needs but not every team gets—a professional in spirit, a warrior in silence, and a vital piece in Oman’s growing legacy on the world stage.