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 316 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, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for April 17, 2026 |
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| Sun | 27 Aries 20 | 27 Aries 16 | 19 Gemini 28 |
| Moon | 15 Gemini 29 | 24 Aries 12 | 2 Gemini 33 |
| Mercury | 4 Aries 5 | 3 Aries 4 | 26 Gemini 4 |
| Venus | 12 Gemini 45 | 21 Taurus 36 | 0 Cancer 50 |
| Mars | 13 Gemini 43 | 5 Aries 47 | 18 Cancer 19 |
| Jupiter | 8 Capricorn 3 | 17 Cancer 13 | 5 Capricorn 3 |
| Saturn | 4 Gemini 44 | 7 Aries 26 | 11 Gemini 30 |
| Uranus | 15 Libra 51 | 29 Taurus 33 | 14 Libra 17 |
| Neptune | 4 Sagittarius 48 | 2 Aries 48 | 3 Sagittarius 26 |
| Pluto | 29 Virgo 59 | 5 Aquarius 25 | 29 Virgo 18 |
| Rahu | 0 Aquarius 56 | 6 Pisces 32 | 28 Capricorn 5 |
| Ketu | 0 Leo 56 | 6 Virgo 32 | 28 Cancer 5 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Muttiah Muralitharan's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars square Sun
Exact: 21 January, 2026 - Saturn conjunction Mercury
Exact: 22 March, 2026 - Mars square Moon
Exact: 22 March, 2026 - Saturn sextile Saturn
Exact: 01 April, 2026 - Saturn square Jupiter
Exact: 21 April, 2026 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 21 May, 2026 - Saturn sextile Venus
Exact: 10 June, 2026 - Mars aspects Jupiter
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Jupiter conjunction Ketu
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Jupiter opposition Rahu
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Mars conjunction Moon
Exact: 20 July, 2026 - Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 20 July, 2026 - Saturn sextile Mars
Exact: 19 August, 2026 - Saturn sextile Venus
Exact: 08 September, 2026 - Mars aspects Mercury
Exact: 07 December, 2026 - Jupiter trine Sun
Exact: 17 December, 2026
