Pacer Ashok Sharma has earned his maiden India call-up for the T20I series against Zimbabwe, starting July 23. Sharma has rapidly risen from domestic cricket to become a fast-bowling prospect, impressing with his pace and skill.
Pacer Ashok Sharma has earned his maiden India call-up for the T20I series against Zimbabwe. The 23-year-old has impressed with his express pace, shattering records in domestic cricket and performing well for Gujarat Titans.
Sanju Samson has been excluded from India's T20I squad for the upcoming series against Zimbabwe due to a poor run of form. Shreyas Iyer will captain the 15-member team, which includes maiden call-ups for Ashok Sharma and Yash Thakur.
Fast bowler Ashok Sharma has been drafted into the India A squad for the tri-series in Sri Lanka as an injury replacement for Yudhvir Singh. The 23-year-old, who recently switched domestic allegiance to Gujarat, impressed with his raw pace in the IPL.
Gujarat Titans' Ashok Sharma has become IPL 2026's breakout star, consistently bowling over 150 kph and even recording the tournament's fastest delivery at 154.2 kph. Inspired by legends like Brett Lee and Dale Steyn, the 23-year-old credits coach Ashish Nehra for honing his discipline and match awareness, focusing on Test-match lengths first.
Ashok Sharma, a 23-year-old fast bowler for Gujarat Titans, has emerged as India's new pace sensation in the IPL, rising from humble beginnings in Rampura village, 35 km from Jaipur. The cricketer, who previously played for KKR and Rajasthan Royals, was discovered by late mentor Vivek Yadav at Aravali Cricket Academy in 2019 when he was 17. His family, including father Nathulal Sharma, mother Lali Devi, and elder brother Akshay Sharma, remain in their village without proper roads, with Ashok exchanging lavish lifestyles for simplicity and homemade food.
Ashok Sharma, a 23-year-old fast bowler from Rampura village in Rajasthan, has emerged as India's newest pace sensation in the Indian Premier League. Playing for Gujarat Titans after stints with Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, Sharma remains grounded despite his rising fame, choosing to live in his ancestral village without proper roads. His journey from humble beginnings—trained on the road in front of his house during COVID lockdown—to IPL debut showcases his perseverance, especially after the loss of his mentor Vivek Yadav in 2021. His family, including his elder brother Akshay who gave up cricket for him, continues to support his dream of playing for India.
