Born December 6, 2003) is an Indian cricketer and explosive right-handed batter from Uttar Pradesh known as a spin-basher and top-order finisher. Often referred to as the "right-handed Suresh Raina," he gained prominence in the 2024 IPL auction for his big-hitting ability, later starring as a finisher for Delhi Capitals in 2026.
Key Highlights & Biography:
Early Life & Background: Hailing from Meerut, he was mentored by his uncle, Tankeeb Akhtar, at the Gandhibagh Academy from a young age.
IPL Career: He was acquired by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for ₹8.40 crore in the 2024 auction, making a sensational debut by hitting his first balls for sixes. He was later picked by Delhi Capitals (DC) for ₹95 lakh in the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Performance: He established himself as a prominent finisher, famously scoring an unbeaten 70 off 47 balls against Lucknow Super Giants as an impact sub in 2026.
Style: An aggressive batsman capable of dominating spinners, he acts as a middle-order, high-tempo batter for his teams.
Career Stats: As of early 2026, he has represented Uttar Pradesh in domestic cricket, scoring 100 in List A and managing multiple fifties in T20s.
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