Muttiah Muralitharan, born on April 17, 1972, in Sri Lanka, is a former cricketer widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in Test cricket history. He is known for his exceptional skill, having taken 800 Test wickets, a record achieved on July 22, 2010. Muralitharan set several milestones, including being the highest wicket-taker in ODIs before retiring. His bowling style was often scrutinized, leading to biomechanical tests that cleared him of any wrongdoing. Muralitharan's legacy in cricket is marked by his unique bowling techniques and numerous records.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 296 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - Asia/Colombo (5:30 E)
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Meaning of the name - Muttiah
The exact meaning of Muttiah is debated, but it is often associated with 'strength,' 'courage,' or 'warrior.'
Read Full Muttiah Name AnalysisApril 17, 1972 Facts
Generation Group
Muttiah Muralitharan belongs to the Generation X group.
Place of Birth: Kandy
Educated At: St. Anthony's College, Kandy
Occupation: cricketer
Spouses: Madhimalar Ramamurthy
Awards Received: Wisden Cricketer of the Year
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.

Ephemeris for April 17, 1972
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on April 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for April 17, 2025 |
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Sun | 27 Aries 20 | 27 Aries 30 | 18 Gemini 30 |
Moon | 15 Gemini 29 | 13 Sagittarius 51 | 17 Taurus 32 |
Mercury | 4 Aries 5 | 0 Aries 43 | 23 Gemini 55 |
Venus | 12 Gemini 45 | 24 Pisces 59 | 1 Cancer 21 |
Mars | 13 Gemini 43 | 29 Cancer 38 | 17 Cancer 41 |
Jupiter | 8 Capricorn 3 | 18 Gemini 44 | 5 Capricorn 10 |
Saturn | 4 Gemini 44 | 26 Pisces 18 | 11 Gemini 22 |
Uranus | 15 Libra 51 | 25 Taurus 35 | 14 Libra 18 |
Neptune | 4 Sagittarius 48 | 0 Aries 38 | 3 Sagittarius 27 |
Pluto | 29 Virgo 59 | 3 Aquarius 44 | 29 Virgo 18 |
Rahu | 0 Aquarius 56 | 25 Pisces 52 | 28 Capricorn 8 |
Ketu | 0 Leo 56 | 25 Virgo 52 | 28 Cancer 8 |
Chandra Kundali (Equal House, North Indian Diamond Chart)

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Muttiah Muralitharan's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 01 January, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mars
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Moon
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Jupiter
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Mars square Jupiter
Exact: 19 August, 2025 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 18 September, 2025 - Mars aspects Saturn
Exact: 28 September, 2025 - Mars opposition Moon
Exact: 27 November, 2025 - Mars aspects Ketu
Exact: 17 December, 2025