Role: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Handed Bat
Bowling Style: Right-arm fast-medium
Country: India
Team: Delhi Capitals
Player profile for Mukesh Kumar
Mukesh Kumar is an Indian right-arm medium-fast bowler who has emerged as a promising talent in international cricket. Known for his swing and accuracy, he has made significant strides in both domestic and international arenas.
🧾 Personal Information
- **Full Name: Mukesh Kuma
- **Date of Birth: October 12, 199
- **Place of Birth: Kakarkund, Gopalganj, Bihar, India
- **Height: 1.82 m (6 fit)
- **Batting Style: Right-hande
- **Bowling Style: Right-arm medium-fas
- **Role: Bowle
- **Domestic Team: Benga
- **IPL Team: Delhi Capital
- **Instagram:** [@mukeshkumar3924](https://www.instagram.com/mukeshkumar3924/
🏏 Career Overview
Early Life and Domestic Career
Mukesh Kumar’s journey began in Bihar, where he initially aspired to join the Central Reserve Police Forc. After not meeting the required fitness levels, he shifted his focus to cricke. In 2012, he moved to Kolkata at his father’s behest to pursue cricket seriousl. He trained under Birendra Singh at Bani Niketan Sports Club and impressed in division league cricke. His consistent performances earned him a spot in Bengal’s Ranji Trophy squad in 201. However, it wasn’t until the 2018-19 season that he became a regular, notably taking 6/61 in the semi-final against Karnatak.
International Career
- *Test Debut: July 20, 2023, vs. West Indies at Queen’s Park Ovl
- *ODI Debut: July 27, 2023, vs. West Indies at Kensington Ovl
- *T20I Debut: August 3, 2023, vs. West Indies at Brian Lara Stadim Mukesh made his debut across all three formats during India’s 2023 tour of the West Indie. He has since been a part of India’s bowling arsenal, contributing in various serie.
IPL Career
Mukesh Kumar was acquired by the Delhi Capitals in the 2023 IPL seaso. He made an immediate impact with his ability to deliver tight overs and pick crucial wicket. In the 2024 season, he took 17 wickets in 10 game. Recognizing his value, Delhi Capitals retained him for INR 8 Crore using the Right to Match (RTM) card in the 2025 IPL auctio.
📊 Career Statistics (as of April 2025)
International:
- *Tests: 3 matches, 7 wickets, Best Bowling: 456
- *ODIs: 6 matches, 5 wickets, Best Bowling: 330
- *T20Is: 17 matches, 20 wickets, Best Bowling: 422
IPL:
- *Matches: 25
- *Wickets: 28
- *Best Bowling: 314
- *Economy Rate: 1022
🏆 Notable Achievements
- Took 6/61 in the 2018-19 Ranji Trophy semi-final against Karnatka.
- Made international debut across all formats within two weeks during the 2023 West Indies tur.
- Key performer for Delhi Capitals in the 2024 IPL season with 17 wickets in 10 matces.