Ramakrishna Ghosh, a promising allrounder from Maharashtra, has been acquired by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for INR 30.0 Lakh at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Known for his right-arm medium-fast bowling and valuable contributions with the bat, Ghosh is set to make his IPL debut under CSK’s esteemed leadership.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Ramakrishna Shekhar Ghosh
- Born: August 28, 1997, Nashik
- Age: 27 years, 92 days
- Batting Style: Right-Handed Bat
- Bowling Style: Right-Arm Medium Fast
Career Highlights
Ramakrishna Ghosh has showcased potential in domestic cricket, contributing both with bat and ball:
- First-Class Brilliance: Scored a career-best 80 in a match against Odisha, along with taking 3/50 in the same game, highlighting his allround abilities.
- T20 Skills: While still finding his rhythm in the shortest format, his batting strike rate of 161.11 in T20s demonstrates his capability as a lower-order hitter.
Know more: IPL 2025 Retained Players List
Batting and Bowling Stats
Batting
| Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Average | Strike Rate | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 4 | 5 | 168 | 80 | 33.60 | 41.58 | 1 |
| List A | 4 | 2 | 21 | 20 | 10.50 | 100.00 | 0 |
| T20s | 5 | 5 | 29 | 13* | 9.66 | 161.11 | 0 |
Bowling
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Average | Economy | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 4 | 5 | 3/50 | 60.40 | 3.47 | 104.4 |
| List A | 4 | 4 | 2/44 | 47.50 | 6.78 | 42.0 |
| T20s | 5 | 1 | 1/58 | 151.00 | 10.78 | 84.0 |
Notable Performances
- Against Odisha (Nov 13, 2024): Scored 80 and 39 in a first-class match while taking 3/50 with the ball, showcasing his ability to perform in crucial moments.
- Recent T20 Contributions: Played steady knocks in T20 matches, including an unbeaten 13* against Kerala and economical bowling performances.
Debut Matches
- First-Class Debut: Jharkhand vs Maharashtra, January 12, 2024 (Pune).
- List A Debut: Services vs Maharashtra, November 25, 2023 (Jaipur).
- T20 Debut: Karnataka vs Maharashtra, October 11, 2022 (Mohali).
Read more:- IPL 2025 Retention Deadline
Ramakrishna Ghosh in IPL 2025
Joining Chennai Super Kings, Ghosh brings allround capabilities that align with CSK’s strategy of nurturing versatile talents. His ability to contribute in both batting and bowling makes him a potential game-changer. Under the guidance of CSK’s experienced setup, Ghosh could evolve into a key player for the team.
Summary
Ramakrishna Ghosh’s INR 30.0 Lakh acquisition by CSK reflects the franchise’s focus on developing allround talents. With his ability to perform under pressure and contribute in all aspects of the game, he is expected to leave an impression in IPL 2025. Fans will look forward to seeing him don the iconic yellow jersey.
