IPL teams are always looking for the next big thing in Indian batting – players who haven’t played for India yet but have shown a lot of promise in the IPL and other Indian tournaments.
For the 2026 IPL season, scouts are keeping an eye on a mix of young players, consistent performers from Indian tournaments and those who’ve shone under the IPL spotlight.
Player Profiles and IPL Impact
Vaibhav Suryavanshi (RR)
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the youngest sensation of IPL 2025, surprised everyone with how mature he batted and how fearlessly he hit the ball, even at 14 years old. He scored the fastest century of the season and became a key player for Rajasthan Royals. Teams think he could be a once-in-a-generation talent and he’s already being compared to some of India’s best young T20 stars. His quickness, confidence and creative shots make him a part of RR’s future plans.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi IPL Stats
| Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 252 | 101 | 36.00 | 206.55 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 24 |
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Ayush Mhatre (CSK)
Mhatre started his IPL as a teenager and made an instant impact for CSK. His aggressive hitting in the PowerPlay overs changed the game multiple times. People praised his composure and ability to perform in big games. He just missed a century against RCB and made it to India’s U19 team. Teams love his calmness and technique along with his power-hitting.
Ayush Mhatre IPL Stats
| Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 240 | 94 | 34.28 | 188.97 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 11 |
Priyansh Arya (PBKS)
Arya made history when he became the first uncapped player to score an IPL century, against CSK. He showed a level of maturity you don’t see in young players. His ability to attack the best bowlers early in his innings and maintain a fast scoring rate makes him a valuable player for Punjab Kings. He was dominant in the Delhi Premier League before joining the IPL.
Priyansh Arya IPL Stats
| Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 17 | 475 | 103 | 27.94 | 179.24 | 1 | 2 | 55 | 25 |
Sameer Rizvi (DC)
Rizvi is a dynamic middle-order batter who can finish games, known for hitting big sixes, especially in the last overs. Rizvi’s consistency and ability to stay calm under pressure has made him a regular for DC.
Sameer Rizvi IPL Stats
| Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 9 | 172 | 58* | 24.57 | 140.98 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 9 |
More Players
Nehal Wadhera (PBKS): A left-handed batter who plays important innings.
Naman Dhir (MI): Dhir gave Mumbai a fast start and was praised for rotating the strike.
Ashutosh Sharma (DC): His quick innings got everyone talking about him.
Abhishek Porel (DC): His wicketkeeping and ability to score quickly makes him a player who can play any format.
Emerging and Consistent Performers
Musheer Khan and Swastik Chikara are known to perform under pressure
Prabsimran Singh is consistent with aggressive starts for PBKS.
Robin Minz and Abhinav Manohar are power-hitters in the lower order and add crucial runs at the end of the innings.
Ayush Badoni is a calm finisher and often guides his team to wins in chases.
Stability and flexibility in their respective teams’ middle orders are provided by Shubham Dubey and Naman Dhir.
Why Teams Are Tracking These Uncapped Batters
Value being given to uncapped Indian batsmen, as they want to prove their mettle, can adjust to situations, and more importantly, require less remuneration. Teams such as PBKS, CSK, and RR would like to nourish these players.
Scouts are nowadays trained to cast their eyes beyond IPL and consider tournaments, youth cricket, and local leagues as well in the search for talent. Their ascendancy is likely to change the IPL landscape in 2026.
