Sanchit Sharma is a young UAE cricketer, born on 30 July 2002 in Sonipat, Haryana, India. He is a right‑arm medium‑fast bowler and right‑handed batter who debuted for the United Arab Emirates in 2023.
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Sanchit Sharma
- Born: 30 July 2002, Sonipat, Haryana, India
- Age: 23 (as of April 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm medium fast
- Role: Bowler
- National Side: United Arab Emirates (2023–present)
- Franchise Teams: Gulf Giants (ILT20), Ajman Heroes
Sanchit Sharma Statistics
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Avg | Economy | Batting Runs | Top Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 9 | 10 | 3/19 | 28.80 | 4.70 | 45 | 17 |
| T20Is | 20 | 22 | 3/15 | 23.40 | 7.40 | 30 | 12* |
| List A | 9 | 10 | 3/19 | 28.80 | 4.70 | 45 | 17 |
| T20s (overall) | 35 | 38 | 3/15 | 22.60 | 7.50 | 55 | 17 |
Career Highlights
- ODI Debut: 5 March 2023 vs Nepal.
- T20I Debut: 17 March 2023 vs Papua New Guinea.
- Best Figures: 3/15 in T20Is, showing his ability to strike in short formats.
- Franchise Cricket: Plays for the Gulf Giants in the ILT20, gaining exposure against international stars.
- Impact: Quickly established himself as one of the UAE’s promising young pacers.
Style of Play
- Bowling: Right‑arm medium fast, relies on accuracy and movement, effective in powerplays.
- Batting: Lower‑order, occasional contributions.
- Temperament: Calm and disciplined, developing into a reliable bowler for the UAE.
Potential
At just 23, Sanchit Sharma is seen as one of the UAE’s brightest bowling prospects. His performances in ILT20 and international cricket highlight his potential to become a long‑term spearhead of the UAE’s pace attack.
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