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India T20 Squad: Iyer & Bishnoi Added for New Zealand Series

by David Thompson - Sports Editor

Ravi Bishnoi is an ⁣Indian international cricketer who plays for⁤ Rajasthan Royals in the Indian ‌Premier League and represents Uttar Pradesh in domestic cricket.He is a right-arm leg spin bowler.

Ravi Bishnoi: ⁣Early Life and Domestic Career

Ravi Bishnoi was born on September ⁢5, 1999,⁣ in Jodhpur, ⁤Rajasthan. ‌ He began his cricketing journey playing for the Spartan Academy in Delhi. Bishnoi gained prominence through his performances in domestic‌ cricket, notably for Uttar⁤ Pradesh.

He first ‌came to national attention during the 2019-20 Ranji Trophy season, where he took 23 wickets in⁤ six matches.His ‍consistent performances earned him a place in the India U-19⁣ squad for the ⁤2020 ICC U-19 Cricket World cup.

Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association

Ravi Bishnoi represents ‌the Uttar​ Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) in domestic competitions. Uttar‍ Pradesh⁢ Cricket Association provides a platform for his development⁣ and participation in ‌various tournaments.

International Career

ravi Bishnoi made his Twenty20 International (T20I) debut⁤ for India against the ​West ⁣Indies on February 16,2022,at ‍Eden Gardens,Kolkata. ⁤ espncricinfo – West Indies in ‍India 2022/23 He took two wickets in his debut match, showcasing his ability to perform on the international ⁤stage.

He has since become a regular member of the Indian T20I squad, contributing with his leg spin bowling. As of January 17, 2026,⁢ Bishnoi ‌has played⁢ in 21 T20I matches, taking 34 wickets⁣ at an economy rate of 7.51.

India’s T20I Squad

Bishnoi ⁣is ⁢a key ⁤spin bowling option for⁤ the Indian T20I team, often partnering with other spinners like Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav. ⁣ BCCI – Team India (Men) His⁣ inclusion provides balance to the ⁤bowling attack and adds variety in the middle overs.

Indian Premier League (IPL) Career

Ravi Bishnoi ⁣currently plays​ for⁤ the Rajasthan ⁤Royals in the Indian Premier‍ league (IPL). He was first bought by​ the royals in the 2020​ IPL auction for‍ ₹2.0 crore. IPL – Rajasthan Royals

Bishnoi ‍has‍ been a consistent performer for the Rajasthan Royals,‍ taking 56 wickets in 75 ‌IPL matches as of January 17, 2026. His​ ability to bowl ⁣crucial‍ overs and take wickets has made ‌him a valuable asset for the ⁢franchise.

Rajasthan Royals Performance

In the 2022 IPL season, Bishnoi took 29 wickets, playing ⁤a⁤ notable role in the Rajasthan Royals reaching the final.‌ IPL Stats – ‍Ravi Bishnoi ​ This performance solidified ⁣his reputation as​ one of the⁢ leading leg spinners in ⁢the league.

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