The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been the breeding ground for young talent in Indian cricket, and IPL 2023 promises to be no different.
Every season, the league introduces us to some exciting young players who have the potential to make it big in the future. As we gear up for IPL 2023, let’s take a look at the top young players to watch out for.
Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals)
Yashasvi Jaiswal was one of the most talked-about players in IPL 2022, and he is likely to be even more impressive in IPL 2023. The left-handed opener from Mumbai has impressed everyone with his fearless approach. He scored 269 runs in 12 matches in the last season. Jaiswal has a sound technique and excellent hand-eye coordination, which make him a promising prospect for Indian cricket. This year we hope that he gets much more chances up the order and makes a great company with Joss.
Devdutt Padikkal (Rajasthan Royals)
Devdutt Padikkal made his IPL debut in 2020, and since then, he has been a vital cog in the Royal Challengers Bangalore’s batting line-up. The left-handed opener from Karnataka is a free-flowing stroke-maker and has the ability to bat for long periods. In IPL 2022, he scored 510 runs in 14 matches, including three half-centuries. Padikkal now with the Rajasthan Royals might get more opportunities to showcase his talent in IPL 2023.
Ravi Bishnoi (Lucknow Super Giants)
Ravi Bishnoi made his IPL debut in 2020, and since then, he has been one of the most promising young spinners in Indian cricket. The leg-spinner from Rajasthan has a deceptive googly and a well-disguised flipper, which make him a challenging prospect for any batsman. In IPL 2022, he picked up 16 wickets in 14 matches and played a crucial role in Punjab Kings’ campaign. Bishnoi has the potential to be a long-term asset for Indian cricket. Lets hope he proves to be a vital cog in the LSG bowling camp.
Venkatesh Iyer (Kolkata Knight Riders)
Venkatesh Iyer was one of the finds of IPL 2021, and he is likely to be even more impressive in IPL 2023. The left-handed batsman from Maharashtra made his debut for Kolkata Knight Riders last season and scored 399 runs in 14 matches, including three half-centuries. Iyer is an attacking batsman and has the ability to hit big shots at will. He also bowls useful medium-pace and can be a valuable asset for KKR. Last year though he didn’t didn’t disturb the scorers, but we hope he returns back to his original best.
Chetan Sakariya (Delhi Capitals)
Chetan Sakariya was one of the revelations of IPL 2022, and he is likely to be even more impressive in IPL 2023. The left-arm pacer from Saurashtra made his debut for Rajasthan Royals last season and picked up 12 wickets in 14 matches. Sakariya has a natural ability to swing the ball both ways and can bowl at a brisk pace. He is also a handy batsman down the order and has the potential to be a valuable all-rounder for Indian cricket. We hope DC makes the most his all around abilities.
In addition to the five young players mentioned above, there are a few more promising talents to watch out for in IPL 2023.
Harry Brooks (Sunrisers Hyderabad)
Harry Brooks is a young all-rounder from England who made his debut in the Big Bash League for the Sydney Sixers last season. He impressed everyone with his hard-hitting abilities and excellent fielding skills. Brooks can bowl some handy medium-pace as well, making him a valuable asset for any team. He was picked up by the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2023 auction and is expected to make an impact in the upcoming season.
Ayush Badoni (Lucknow Super Giants)
Ayush Badoni is a young left-arm spinner from Uttar Pradesh who caught the attention of many in the domestic circuit with his impressive performances. He was picked up by the Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2023 auction and is expected to be a valuable addition to their squad. Badoni has a lot of variations up his sleeve, and his ability to deceive the batsmen makes him a challenging prospect.
Atharv Taide (Punjab Kings)
Atharv Taide is a young opening batsman from Maharashtra who made his debut in the domestic circuit in 2018. He was picked up by the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2023 auction and is expected to make an impact in the upcoming season. Taide is a technically sound batsman and has the ability to play long innings. He is also an excellent fielder and can bowl some handy off-spin as well.
Harshit Rana (Kolkata Knight Riders)
Harshit Rana is a young top-order batsman from Haryana who made his debut in the domestic circuit in 2019. He was picked up by the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2023 auction and is expected to make an impact in the upcoming season. Rana is an attacking batsman and has the ability to hit big shots at will. He is also an excellent fielder and can keep wickets if required.
Finn Allen (Royal Challengers Bangalore)
Finn Allen is a young opening batsman from New Zealand who made his T20 debut for his country last year. He was picked up by the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL 2023 auction and is expected to be a valuable addition to their squad. Allen is an aggressive batsman and has the ability to take the game away from the opposition in a matter of a few overs.
Tristen Stubbs (Mumbai Indians)
Tristen Stubbs is a young wicketkeeper-batsman from Bermuda who made his debut for his country in 2019. He was picked up by the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2023 auction and is expected to be a valuable addition to their squad. Stubbs is an attacking batsman and has the ability to hit big shots at will. He is also an excellent wicketkeeper and can be a valuable asset for any team.
Honorary mentions –
Shubhman Gill (Red hot form)
Surya Kumar Yadav (Tailor made approach for T20 cricket)
Umran Malik (International exposure has brought in more confidence and sharpness)
In conclusion, IPL 2023 promises to be an exciting season, with some of the best young talents in Indian cricket set to showcase their skills. The five players mentioned above are just a few of the many young talents to watch out for in IPL 2023, and it will be interesting to see how they perform on the big stage. If these players can continue to impress in IPL 2023, they might well be knocking on the
