Atharva Taide is a 26‑year‑old left‑handed top‑order batter from Akola, Maharashtra, who plays for Vidarbha in domestic cricket and has featured for Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL. He is best known for his triple century in the Cooch Behar Trophy final and his List A record score of 164 against Andhra.*
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Atharva Taide
- Born: 26 April 2000, Akola, Maharashtra, India
- Batting Style: Left‑handed
- Bowling Style: Left‑arm orthodox
- Role: Top‑order batter/batting all‑rounder
- Domestic Team: Vidarbha (2018–present)
- Franchise Teams: Punjab Kings (2023–24), Sunrisers Hyderabad (2025)
Career Highlights
- Cooch Behar Trophy Final (2018): Scored 320 runs, equalling Yuvraj Singh’s record.
- Irani Trophy Final (2019): Match‑winning 72 for Vidarbha.
- List A Record: Highest score 164 vs Andhra Pradesh* in Vijay Hazare Trophy (Dec 2021).
- IPL Debut: April 2023 for Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants.
- IPL Career (2023–25): 10 matches, 260 runs, SR 146.9, top score 66.
Atharva Taide Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | 100s/50s | Top Score | Wickets | Best Bowling | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 39 | 2,103 | 33.38 | 5/9 | 143 | 1 | 1/9 | |
| List A | 42 | 1,489 | 40.24 | 3/9 | 164* | 10 | 2/8 | |
| T20s | 60 | 1,672 | 29.85 | 0/8 | 97 | 11 | 2/0 | |
| IPL | 10 | 260 | 26.00 | 0/2 | 66 | – | – |
Style & Strengths
- Batting: Compact technique, strong off‑side play, excels in longer formats.
- Temperament: Patient, capable of building big innings.
- Utility: Reliable top‑order batter, occasional left‑arm spin option.
- Comparison: Seen as a classical batter with potential to anchor innings, similar to Shubman Gill.
Conclusion
Atharva Taide’s journey reflects consistency and promise. From his record‑breaking triple century in junior cricket to his IPL appearances, he has shown the qualities of a technically sound left‑hander. His ability to adapt across formats makes him a valuable domestic performer, and his legacy will depend on converting his domestic dominance into sustained franchise and international success.
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