Ashwani Kumar, a talented left-arm medium pacer, was picked by Mumbai Indians (MI) for INR 30 Lakh at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. The young cricketer from Punjab brings a promising skill set and will look to make a mark in the upcoming season.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ashwani Kumar
- Born: August 29, 2001, Jhanjeri, Mohali
- Age: 23 years, 91 days
- Batting Style: Left-Handed Bat
- Bowling Style: Left-Arm Medium
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Ashwani Kumar Performance in IPL 2025
| As Bowler | vs Team | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashwani Kumar | KKR | 3 | 24 | 4 | 8 |
| Ashwani Kumar | LSG | 3 | 39 | 1 | 13 |
| Ashwani Kumar | CSK | 2 | 42 | 1 | 21 |
| Ashwani Kumar | GT | 3.3 | 28 | 1 | 8 |
| Ashwani Kumar | PBKS | 4 | 55 | 2 | 13.8 |
Career Stats
Batting & Fielding:
| Format | Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 2 | 22 | 22* | 57.89 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| List A | 2 | 4 | 4* | 400.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 2 | – | – | – | – | – | 0 |
Bowling:
| Format | Matches | Balls Bowled | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 2 | 254 | 3 | 1/26 | 4.03 | 57.00 | 84.6 |
| List A | 2 | 72 | 0 | – | 6.08 | – | – |
| T20s | 2 | 30 | 1 | 1/37 | 10.00 | 50.00 | 30.0 |
Recent Matches
Ashwani Kumar has showcased his potential in domestic cricket with notable performances:
- Punjab vs Himachal (Feb 17, 2022): Scored 22* and bowled figures of 0/42 & 1/44 in a first-class match.
- Punjab vs Karnataka (Nov 1, 2022): Took 1/37 in a T20 encounter at Eden Gardens.
Debut Matches
- First-Class Debut: Rajasthan vs Punjab at Jaipur, Dec 2019
- List A Debut: Punjab vs Rajasthan at Ranchi, Dec 2021
- T20 Debut: Punjab vs Haryana at Eden Gardens, Oct 2022
Know more: IPL 2025 Retained Players List
Expectations for IPL 2025
Ashwani Kumar is set to make his IPL debut in 2025, joining the prestigious Mumbai Indians franchise. Known for his disciplined bowling and potential with the bat, he could be a valuable addition to MI’s squad. Fans will eagerly watch how he adapts to the challenges of IPL cricket.
Summary
The acquisition of Ashwani Kumar by Mumbai Indians at a base price of Rs. 30 Lakh reflects their focus on nurturing young talent. With his skills and determination, Ashwani is poised to make an impact in IPL 2025.
