Pakistani volleyball player (born 1994)
| Murad Jehan |
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| Nationality | Pakistani |
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| Born | (1994-04-22) 22 April 1994 (age 30)
Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan[1] |
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| Height | 6 ft 7 in (201 cm) |
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| Weight | 85 |
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| Spike | 350 cm (138 in) |
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| Block | 322 cm (127 in) |
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| Number | 15 |
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| Last updated: 17 May 2024 |
Murad Jehan (Pashto: مراد جهان; Urdu: مراد جہان; born April 1994) is a Pakistani professional volleyball player. He is the captain of the Pakistan men's national volleyball team and the Pakistan WAPDA volleyball team. Murad is a gold medalist at the Punjab Gold Cup Volleyball Tournament and a bronze medalist at the Asian Club Championship, representing the WAPDA volleyball team. He has also achieved several other significant accomplishments in his career.[2][3][4]
Career
Murad's professional journey extends beyond domestic competitions. He has played for Sohar Club in the Oman Volleyball League and has experience in leagues in the UAE, Lebanon, and the Maldives. His international exposure has honed his skills and brought valuable experience to the Pakistani volleyball scene.[5][6]
Murad has also been a vocal advocate for the establishment of a professional volleyball league in Pakistan, emphasizing its importance for the development of the sport and the financial stability of the players. He believes that consistent competition and the presence of foreign players in a professional league would greatly benefit the local talent and overall standards of the sport in the country.[7]
Personal Life
Murad hails from Bannu District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa born to Umer Ayaz Khan. Despite his success on the volleyball court, he faces challenges due to the lack of adequate training facilities in his hometown and across Pakistan. He has highlighted the need for proper indoor facilities and quality equipment to help athletes prepare effectively for international competitions.[5]
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