Onkar Tarmale is a 23‑year‑old right‑arm fast bowler from Thane, Maharashtra, who plays for Mumbai in domestic cricket and was signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 auction. He is known for consistently bowling at 140 kmph and made his first‑class debut in January 2026.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Onkar Tukaram Tarmale
- Born: 22 August 2002, Shere village, Thane district, Maharashtra
- Age: 23 (as of July 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm fast
- Role: Bowler
- Domestic Team: Mumbai
- Franchise Teams: Sunrisers Hyderabad (IPL 2026), Eagle Thane Strikers (T20 Mumbai League)
Career Highlights
- Early Life: Grew up playing tennis‑ball cricket; switched to leather ball at 18.
- Mentorship: Guided by former India pacer Dhawal Kulkarni in the T20 Mumbai League.
- Domestic Debut:
- List A: December 2025 vs Uttarakhand (2/40).
- First‑Class: January 2026 vs Hyderabad (2/48).
- IPL Contract: Bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹30 lakh in the Dec 2025 mini‑auction, recommended by SRH bowling coach Varun Aaron.
- Recent Matches: Took 2/38 vs Punjab in List A cricket (Jan 2026).
Onkar Tarmale Statistics
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 2 | 5 | 2/48 | 33.60 | 3.81 |
| List A | 4 | 4 | 2/38 | 36.50 | 5.61 |
| T20 Mumbai League | Limited | – | – | – | – |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Raw pace, consistently clocks 140+ kmph.
- Temperament: Aggressive, fearless, thrives under mentorship.
- Utility: Strike bowler, seen as a long‑term pace project.
- Background: Family sacrifices supported his cricket journey; he overcame a hamstring injury during trials.
Conclusion
Onkar Tarmale’s rise from tennis‑ball cricket in rural Maharashtra to an IPL contract is a story of raw pace and resilience. His ability to generate speed and bounce has already impressed selectors, and with guidance from mentors like Dhawal Kulkarni and Varun Aaron, he is positioned as one of India’s promising fast‑bowling prospects. Sustaining fitness and consistency will be key to his long‑term success.
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