Full Name: Janak Prakash Date of Birth: August 16, 2000 (24 years old) Birthplace: Singapore Role: Right-Handed Batter | Right-Arm Medium-Fast Bowler | All-Rounder Janak Prakash brings rare versatility to Singapore’s lineup—a seam-bowling all-rounder equally adept at swinging the new ball and anchoring middle-order batting. His journey from youth player to senior team cornerstone showcases talent, adaptability, and commitment. Janak first emerged on Singapore’s cricket radar at 16, captaining the national U-19 squad in Sri Lanka and helping qualify for the 2018 U-19 Asia Cup . He made his senior entry during the ICC World Cricket League Division Three in 2018 and earned his T20I debut on July 22, 2019, against Qatar (T20I cap #5). Since then, Janak has become a key figure in both bowling and batting. In T20Is, he’s scored 588 runs over 43 matches at around 20.3 average, including notable cameos and contributions during crucial phases. With the ball, he’s claimed 48 wickets at an average of approximately 26.97—making him Singapore’s leading wicket-taker in T20Is. Janak’s bowling strength lies in disciplined, full-length seam delivery, mixing pace, and extracting bounce. He often breaks partnerships early or controls the middle overs. With the bat, he plays with composure—rotating strike, punishing loose balls, and stabilizing when needed. His all-round ability provides balance and flexibility to the Singapore XI. Some career highlights: - Top wicket-taker for Singapore in the 2019 Tri-Nation Series vs Nepal and Zimbabwe - First Singaporean to feature in an overseas franchise league (2021), showcasing his growing reputation - Key contributor in regional T20 qualifiers and Challenge League tournaments. - Holds club-level credentials with the Singapore Cricket Club, including over 1,600 T20 runs and 110 wickets—demonstrating longevity and impact. Off the field, Janak is a quiet leader—mentoring youth players, sharing experience from franchise exposure, and focusing on fitness and skill refinement. At just 24, he balances ambition with developing leadership within Singapore’s growing cricket ecosystem. With jersey number 5, Janak Prakash stands as Singapore’s rising all-round talent—seam-bowling depth, batting reliability, and the promise of laying a strong foundation for his nation’s future.