Jitesh Sharma is a 29‑year‑old wicketkeeper‑batter from Amravati, Maharashtra, who plays for Punjab Kings in the IPL and has represented India in T20Is. He is known for his fearless batting in the middle order and his ability to accelerate in death overs.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Jitesh Sharma
- Born: 22 October 1993, Amravati, Maharashtra
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Role: Wicketkeeper‑batter
- Domestic Team: Vidarbha
- Franchise Team: Punjab Kings (IPL)
Career Highlights
- Domestic Debut: List A debut for Vidarbha in the 2014 Vijay Hazare Trophy.
- IPL Breakthrough: Signed by Punjab Kings in 2022; scored 234 runs at SR 163 in debut season.
- India Debut: T20I vs Sri Lanka, January 2023.
- Memorable Knock: 49 off 27 balls vs Mumbai Indians (IPL 2023).
- Consistency: Regular middle‑order contributor for PBKS with strike rate above 150.
Jitesh Sharma Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Avg | Strike Rate | 100s/50s | Top Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20Is | 12 | 162 | 18.00 | 142.0 | 0/0 | 35 |
| First‑Class | 16 | 798 | 34.7 | – | 2/5 | 105 |
| List A | 39 | 1,350 | 38.5 | – | 3/10 | 120 |
| T20s (overall) | 90+ | 1,800+ | 28.0 | 145+ | 0/10 | 69 |
| IPL (PBKS) | 40+ | 750+ | 25.0 | 152.0 | 0/3 | 49 |
Style & Strengths
- Batting: Explosive middle‑order hitter, thrives in death overs.
- Temperament: Fearless, attacks bowlers from ball one.
- Utility: Dual role as wicketkeeper and finisher.
- Franchise Value: Key Indian talent for Punjab Kings.
Conclusion
Jitesh Sharma’s rise reflects grit and fearless batting. From Vidarbha’s domestic circuit to India’s T20I squad and IPL stardom with Punjab Kings, he has carved a niche as a reliable finisher and wicketkeeper. His aggressive style and consistency under pressure make him a vital modern‑day cricketer, and his journey inspires young players from smaller cricketing centers.
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