Mayank Kumar (UAE cricketer) is a right‑handed opening batter who represents the United Arab Emirates. Born on 5 February 1997 in Haryana, India, he moved to the UAE and made his international debut in October 2025.
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Mayank Rajesh Kumar
- Born: 5 February 1997, Haryana, India
- Age: 29 (as of March 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Role: Opening batter
- National Side: United Arab Emirates (2025–present)
- Domestic Teams: UAE U19, Goltay Cricket Academy
Mayank Kumar Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20Is | 6 | 60 | 12.00 | 21 | 90.9 |
| T20s (overall) | 10 | 104 | 11.55 | 21 | 100.0 |
Career Highlights
- International Debut: T20I vs Samoa, October 2025 at Al Amerat.
- Recent Matches: Featured against New Zealand, Canada, and Italy in February 2026.
- Domestic Roots: Developed at Goltay Cricket Academy before breaking into the UAE’s senior side.
Style of Play
- Batting: Aggressive opener, looks to dominate the powerplay overs.
- Temperament: Still developing consistency at the international level.
- Bowling: No recorded bowling contributions; specialist batter.
Potential
Mayank Kumar is at the start of his UAE career. His selection reflects the UAE’s strategy of strengthening its batting depth with players of Indian origin. At 29, he has the opportunity to cement himself as a regular opener if he can convert starts into bigger scores.
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