Anshul Kamboj was born on 6 December 1994 in Karnal, Haryana. He is a right‑handed medium‑pace bowler and lower‑order batsman who began his senior domestic career with the Haryana cricket team in February 2022, making his first‑class debut against Tripura in the Ranji Trophy. Kamboj quickly established himself in limited‑overs formats, featuring in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy, and earned a place in the Indian Premier League, debuting for Mumbai Indians in 2024 before moving to Chennai Super Kings in 2025.
Kamboj made his Test debut for India against England at Old Trafford on 23 July 2025, claiming the wicket of Ben Duckett. He has played one Test, scoring no runs and taking one wicket for 89 runs. His ODI debut came on 3 October 2026 versus West Indies at New Chandigarh, where he scored 17 runs. In the October–November 2026 series he featured in three ODIs, scoring 18 runs (highest 17) and taking four wickets, with best figures of 2/22. In the IPL he has appeared in 25 matches, scoring 74 runs (highest 19 not out) and claiming 31 wickets, the best spell being 3/13.
Anshul Kamboj: quick facts
- Born: 6 December 1994
- Team: India
- Teams: Haryana cricket team, Chennai Super Kings
Anshul Kamboj career statistics
Batting
| Format | Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest | Average | Strike rate | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 |
| ODIs | 1 | 1 | 17 | 17 | 17.00 | 188.89 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL | 25 | 10 | 74 | 19* | 24.67 | 142.31 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best | Average | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 1 | 1 | 1/89 | 89.00 | 4.94 |
| ODIs | 1 | 0 | – | – | 9.11 |
| IPL | 25 | 31 | 3/13 | 26.32 | 9.97 |
Figures as of 9 November 2026. Figures from Cricsheet (cricsheet.org), Open Data Commons Attribution licence.
Anshul Kamboj’s international career
Kamboj earned his Test cap on 23 July 2025 during the fourth Test of the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy at Old Trafford, England. In that match he bowled 20 overs, conceding 89 runs for the solitary wicket of Ben Duckett, finishing with figures of 1/89. He made his One Day International debut on 3 October 2026 against West Indies at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, scoring 17 runs from a single innings. Over the October–November 2026 window he featured in three ODIs, amassing 18 runs (highest 17) and taking four wickets, the best spell being 2/22 against New Zealand on 4 November 2026, a performance that placed him alongside Jasprit Bumrah in an elite Indian bowling record.
Anshul Kamboj’s franchise and league career
Kamboj entered the IPL with Mumbai Indians, debuting on 6 May 2024 against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. After a promising inaugural season he was acquired by Chennai Super Kings in the 2025 mega‑auction for 3.4 crore. To date he has played 25 IPL matches, scoring 74 runs at an average of 24.67 with a top score of 19 not out, and claiming 31 wickets at 26.32, delivering an economy of 9.97. His most notable spell came on 25 May 2025 when he dismissed Gujarat Titans for 3/13 at Narendra Modi Stadium. Other three‑wicket hauls include 3/22 versus Sunrisers Hyderabad (18 April 2026), 3/32 versus Mumbai Indians (2 May 2026) and 3/35 versus Delhi Capitals (11 April 2026).
Anshul Kamboj’s records and achievements
Kamboj’s best IPL figures are 3/13 against Gujarat Titans on 25 May 2025, complemented by three‑wicket hauls of 3/22, 3/32 and 3/35 in 2026. He was the Player of the Tournament in the 2024 Duleep Trophy, taking 16 wickets in three matches at an average of 17.12. In November 2024 he recorded a ten‑wicket innings in the Ranji Trophy, becoming only the third bowler to achieve the feat. His ODI performance on 4 November 2026, where he claimed two wickets for 22 runs against New Zealand, placed him in an exclusive Indian bowling record alongside Jasprit Bumrah. He also featured in the India A squad for the 2024 ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, further underscoring his rising profile in the national setup.
Anshul Kamboj: frequently asked questions
When was Anshul Kamboj born?
Anshul Kamboj was born on 6 December 1994.
Which teams has Anshul Kamboj played for?
Anshul Kamboj plays international cricket for India. Anshul Kamboj’s other teams include Haryana cricket team and Chennai Super Kings.
Which IPL team does Anshul Kamboj play for?
Anshul Kamboj’s IPL teams include Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians.
When did Anshul Kamboj make an international debut?
Anshul Kamboj made a Test debut against England at Old Trafford on 23 July 2025. Anshul Kamboj made an ODI debut against West Indies at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh on 3 October 2026.
What is Anshul Kamboj’s highest score?
Anshul Kamboj’s highest score is 17 in ODIs and 19 not out in the IPL.
How many wickets has Anshul Kamboj taken?
Anshul Kamboj has taken 1 wicket in Tests and 31 wickets in the IPL.
What are Anshul Kamboj’s best bowling figures?
Anshul Kamboj’s best bowling figures are 1/89 in Tests and 3/13 in the IPL.
