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{{Short description|Indian cricketer}}
{{Infobox cricketer
| name = Ankur Malik
| image = Ankur_Malik_Cricketer.jpg
| caption =
| full_name = Ankur Malik
| birth_date = November 5, 2003
| batting = Right-handed
| bowling = Right-arm offbreak
| role = All-rounder
| club1 = Sikkim
| year1 = 2022–present
| club2 = North East Zone
| year2 = 2022–present
| club3 = Northop Hall
| year3 = 2023–present
| source = [https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/ankur-malik-1287083 ESPNcricinfo]
}}
'''Ankur Malik''' is an Indian cricketer who represents [[Sikkim]] in [[domestic cricket]]. Malik is known for his versatile performances as an all-rounder, contributing significantly with both bat and ball in various competitions.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Sikkim vs Goa, Plate, Oct 18, Ranji Trophy Plate 2024-25 |url=https://www.cricbuzz.com/live-cricket-scores/98112/skm-vs-goa-plate-ranji-trophy-plate-2024-25 |access-date=2025-02-06 |website=Cricbuzz |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=davenwsport |date=2023-06-11 |title=Liverpool Competition: Northop Hall ace Ankur Malik destroys Prestatyn, Bay lose to Formby |url=https://nwsport.co.uk/2023/06/11/liverpool-competition-northop-hall-ace-ankur-malik-destroys-prestatyn-bay-lose-to-formby/ |access-date=2025-01-09 |website=Grassroots North Wales {{!}} Championing Local Sport {{!}} Dave Jones Sportswriter {{!}} nwsport.co.uk |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite news |title=Duleep Trophy: Ankur Malik shines for North East Zone on Day 3 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/duleep-trophy-ankur-malik-shines-for-north-east-zone-on-day-3/articleshow/94120493.cms |access-date=2025-01-09 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Venugopal |first=Ashok |date=2022-09-11 |title=West bowlers take charge on Day 3 |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/cricket/2022/Sep/11/west-bowlers-take-charge-on-day-3-2496943.html |access-date=2025-01-09 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>

== Early life and background ==
Ankur Malik born (5 November 2003) is an Indian [[Cricket]]er.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ankur Malik Profile - Cricket Player India {{!}} Stats, Records, Video |url=https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/ankur-malik-1287083 |access-date=2025-02-06 |website=ESPNcricinfo |language=en}}</ref> He gained recognition after being selected for the Men’s Under-19 One-Day Challenger Trophy.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-12-02 |title=Sikkim {{!}} Sikkim boy picked for upcoming Men's Under-19 One-Day Challenger Trophy - Telegraph India |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/states/sikkim-boy-picked-for-upcoming-mens-under-19-one-day-challenger-trophy/cid/1835683 |access-date=2025-02-06 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241202094808/https://www.telegraphindia.com/states/sikkim-boy-picked-for-upcoming-mens-under-19-one-day-challenger-trophy/cid/1835683 |archive-date=2024-12-02}}</ref>

== Career ==
Ankur Malik represents [[Sikkim]] in domestic cricket. He achieved a rare feat by becoming the first player from Sikkim to score a century and take five wickets in a single match, highlighting his ability as an all-rounder.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Anbkur Malik becomes first Sikkim player to score 100 and take five wickets |url=https://m.sikkimexpress.com/article/anbkur-malik-becomes-first-sikkim-player-to-score-100-and-take-five-wickets/92456 |access-date=2025-01-09 |website=sikkimexpress.com |language=hi}}</ref>

Malik was also selected to represent the [[North East Zone cricket team|North East Zone]] in the [[Duleep Trophy]]. During the competition, he delivered a notable performance on Day 3, showcasing his contribution to the team.<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":1" />

In the [[2024–25 Vijay Hazare Trophy|2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy]], Malik played a crucial role in Sikkim’s historic win against [[Rajasthan]], helping chase a target of 276 runs.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-01-06 |title=Vijay Hazare Trophy: Sikkim defeats Rajasthan, chase 276-target |url=https://www.indiatodayne.in/sikkim/story/vijay-hazare-trophy-sikkim-defeats-rajasthan-chase-276-target-1149868-2025-01-06 |access-date=2025-02-06 |website=India Today NE |language=hi}}</ref>

In another match, he was named Player of the Match for scoring ''37 runs''* and taking 4/35, leading [[Sikkim]] to a 6-run victory over [[Rajasthan]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2025-01-05 |title=Rajasthan qualify for Vijay Hazare Trophy knockout phase |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jaipur/rajasthan-qualify-for-vijay-hazare-trophy-knockout-phase/articleshow/116969288.cms |access-date=2025-02-06 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>

During the [[2024–25 Ranji Trophy]], Malik was part of the [[Sikkim]] team that defeated [[Arunachal Pradesh]] by 104 runs, marking their second win in the tournament.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-30 |title=Ranji Trophy: Sikkim defeat Arunachal by 104 runs, register second win |url=https://www.indiatodayne.in/sikkim/story/ranji-trophy-sikkim-defeat-arunachal-by-104-runs-register-second-win-1113320-2024-10-30 |access-date=2025-02-06 |website=India Today NE |language=hi}}</ref>

In addition to his performances in Indian domestic cricket, Malik played for [[Northop Hall]] in the Liverpool Competition in [[England]]. His standout bowling performance against [[Prestatyn]] was a highlight of his stint in club cricket.<ref name=":0" />

== References ==
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== External links ==
* [https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/ankur-malik-1287083 Ankur Malik’s Cricinfo profile]

{{DEFAULTSORT:Malik, Ankur}}
[[Category:2003 births]]
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[[Category:Cricketers from Sikkim]]

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Robctr at 02:31, 5 February 2026