Anshul Kamboj, the 24‑year‑old right‑arm medium‑fast bowling all‑rounder from Karnal, Haryana, has just been added to India’s Test squad touring England as injury cover.
Here’s a detailed look at the promising young cricketer:
Who is Anshul Kamboj?
Born on December 6, 2000, in Karnal, Haryana, he is a tall pacer (1.89 m) with batting capabilities. Anshul has been impressive with his performances in domestic circuit.
Anshul Kamboj plays for Haryana in domestic cricket since 2021 and he has taken 79 wickets in 24 first-class matches with an impressive average (~22‑23), including a historic 10-wicket haul in a Ranji Trophy innings. In limited-overs cricket, he secured 17 wickets in the 2023 Vijay Hazare Trophy, contributing to Haryana’s title win.
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Anshul debuted with Mumbai Indians in IPL in 2024 and was with Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025, claiming 8 wickets in 8 matches. When India A Toured England before the current Test series, he playing two three-day matches, picking up 5 wickets and scored a vital 50‑plus score.
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What Anshul Brings to the Table?
- Seam, bounce & aggression: His height (6’2″) and ability to swing and extract bounce make him well-suited to England’s green pitches. His upright seam position allows him to move the ball both ways, making him effective with the new ball in England and South Africa-like conditions.
- Recent form: In addition to domestic heroics (e.g., 10-for Ranji), he’s in rhythm from recent India A outings in England
- Pace and Control: He consistently clocks 135-138 km/h, with the ability to push to 140 km/h in spells. Unlike many young pacers, he combines pace with tight control on line, making him hard to score off during defensive phases.
- Batting Ability: A handy lower-order batter, Kamboj has multiple 30+ and a fifty in domestic cricket. His clean hitting ability against spinners and ability to occupy the crease can contribute valuable runs at No. 8 or No. 9 in Tests.
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Conclusion
Anshul Kamboj is a promising young fast bowler, bolstered by strong domestic and India A performances. He joins India’s squad in Manchester on July 20, 2025 as injury reinforcement, with the potential to make his Test debut in challenging English conditions.
His aggressive yet controlled approach aligns with India’s modern fast-bowling ethos. Provides a fresh, injury-free option amid India’s current injury-hit pace department.
