Sameer Rizvi is a 22‑year‑old Indian cricketer from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, nicknamed the “right‑handed Suresh Raina” for his aggressive batting style. He plays domestic cricket for Uttar Pradesh and currently represents Delhi Capitals in the IPL after previously being signed by Chennai Super Kings.
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Sameer Rizvi
- Born: 6 December 2003, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Age: 22 (as of April 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm offbreak
- Role: Middle‑order batter / All‑rounder
- Domestic Team: Uttar Pradesh (2020–present)
- IPL Teams: Chennai Super Kings (2024), Delhi Capitals (2025–present)
Sameer Rizvi Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | 50s/100s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 9 | 152 | 11.69 | 30 | 0/0 | – |
| List A | 14 | 358 | 35.80 | 105 | 1/1 | – |
| T20s | 30 | 504 | 29.64 | 75* | 2/0 | – |
| IPL | 15 | 332 | 41.50 | 90 | 3/0 | 150.9 |
Career Highlights
- IPL 2024 Auction: Bought by CSK for ₹8.40 crore, a huge sum for an uncapped player.
- IPL Debut: Hit Rashid Khan for two sixes in his very first over faced.
- IPL 2025 Auction: Picked by Delhi Capitals for ₹95 lakh after CSK released him.
- IPL 2026: Scored a match‑winning 90 vs Mumbai Indians, earning praise from Suryakumar Yadav, Kevin Pietersen, and Ravi Shastri.
- Domestic Success: Scored a century (105) in List A cricket for Uttar Pradesh.
Style of Play
- Batting: Aggressive, spin‑hitting specialist, often compared to Suresh Raina.
- Bowling: Occasional off‑breaks, but primarily a batter.
- Temperament: Fearless, thrives under pressure, particularly in T20 cricket.
Potential
Sameer Rizvi is considered one of India’s most exciting young batting talents. His fearless approach against spin and ability to clear boundaries make him a valuable T20 asset. If he continues to perform consistently in the IPL, he could be in contention for a future India call‑up.
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