Avesh Khan is a young and promising fast bowler from India who has been making waves in the world of cricket. At just 24 years old, Khan has proven himself to be a fierce competitor on the field, with impressive performances in domestic and international matches.
Early Life and Career:
Born on December 13, 1996, in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Avesh Khan began his cricketing journey very young. He honed his skills in the local cricket academies and was soon picked up by the Madhya Pradesh cricket team.
Khan’s talent quickly caught the eye of the selectors, and he was soon named in the India under-19 squad for the 2016 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup. In the tournament, he played a key role in India’s success, picking up 12 wickets in six matches, including a five-wicket haul against the West Indies.
Domestic Career:
After his success at the Under-19 World Cup, Avesh Khan was picked up by the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. He made his IPL debut in 2017 and has since played for Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
In domestic cricket, Khan has been a regular feature in the Madhya Pradesh team and has also played for the India A side. He has picked up over 100 wickets in First-class cricket, with an impressive average of under 24. He has also been a consistent performer in List A cricket, with an economy rate of just over 5 runs per over.
International Career:
Avesh Khan made his international debut for India in June 2021, in a T20I match against Sri Lanka. He bowled well in his first match, picking up one wicket for 23 runs in his four overs. He was also a part of India’s squad for the tour of England in 2021 but did not get a chance to play in any of the matches.
Playing Style:
Avesh Khan is a right-arm fast bowler who has the ability to generate good pace and bounce. He can swing the ball both ways and is known for his accuracy and control. He is also a handy lower-order batsman and is capable of hitting big shots.
Future Prospects:
Avesh Khan is still very young and has a long career ahead of him. He has already shown a lot of promise and has the potential to be a great fast bowler for India. With his impressive performances in domestic cricket, he is likely to get more opportunities to play for India in the future.