Who Is Anshul Kamboj? Know all about India’s new ODI debutant, including his age, Haryana cricket journey, domestic record, IPL career and family background.
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Anshul Kamboj made his ODI debut for India against West Indies(Photo: BCCI/X)
Anshul Kamboj has earned his ODI debut for India in the third and final ODI against West Indies in New Chandigarh on Saturday, October 3The right-arm pacer came into the playing XI after Prasidh Krishna was ruled out with a hamstring injuryKamboj was called up to the squad while he was playing for India A against Australia A.
The 25-year-old has been on the selectors’ radar for some time because of his consistent performances in domestic cricketHis India debut in the 50-over format is another big step in a journey that has already taken him from Haryana cricket to the IPL and the Indian Test team.
Who is Anshul Kamboj?
Born on December 6, 2000, in Karnal, Haryana, Kamboj is a right-handed batter and right-arm fast-medium bowlerHe began his cricketing journey in Haryana, and slowly worked his way up the domestic circuit.
Kamboj made his first-class debut for Haryana in February 2022He soon became an important part of the team’s bowling attack and also impressed in List A cricketDuring the 2023-24 Vijay Hazare Trophy, he picked up 17 wickets in 10 matches as Haryana won the tournament.
Kamboj’s historic Ranji Trophy performance
One of the biggest moments of Kamboj’s domestic career came in November 2024Playing for Haryana against Kerala, he took all 10 wickets in an innings.
With that performance, Kamboj became only the third bowler to take all 10 wickets in a single Ranji Trophy inningsHis achievement further increased his reputation as a bowler capable of making a big impact in long-format cricket.
His overall first-class record has also been impressiveBefore his ODI debut, he had taken 116 wickets in 38 first-class matches, including five five-wicket hauls.
From IPL to Team India
Kamboj’s domestic performances earned him an IPL opportunity with Mumbai Indians in 2024He later moved to Chennai Super Kings and became part of their bowling group.
Across 25 IPL matches, Kamboj has taken 31 wickets, with his best figures being 3/13His experience of the league has helped him deal with pressure and face some of the best batters in world cricket.
He also made his Test debut for India against England at Manchester in July 2025, taking one wicket in the match.
The story behind Kamboj’s cricket journey
Kamboj’s rise has also been backed strongly by his familyHis father, Udham Singh, reportedly travelled around 80 kilometres every day for several years to take him for cricket trainingThe family later shifted to Karnal to support his cricket career.
Now, after making his mark in domestic cricket, the IPL and Test cricket, Kamboj has received another opportunity in India coloursHis ODI debut against West Indies marks the latest chapter in his journey from Haryana to the international stage.
