Avinash Singh signed with Royal Challengers Bangalore for Rs. 60 lakhs during the 2023 IPL mini-auction in Kochi. |
He grew up in a lower-middle-class family in Jammu and Kashmir. |
Originally aspiring to be an Indian Army Officer, Avinash changed his plans after failing the physical test twice. |
To support his cricket dream, Avinash's father borrowed money from relatives to send him to Canada. |
Cricket started as a hobby for Avinash and later turned into a career path unexpectedly. |
Mayank Goswami spotted Avinash's bowling talent at his cricket academy. |
Initially hesitant due to financial constraints, Avinash eventually joined the academy at Mayank's persuasion. |
Under Mayank's guidance, Avinash was introduced to cricket and received training. |
Avinash's first exposure to cricket with a leather ball came at Mayank Goswami’s academy. |
He trained under Ashok Gaikwad in Pune before showcasing his skills at IPL franchise camps. |
RCB scouts noticed Avinash during one such camp and invited him to train with the team. |
Just 10 months after starting his training, Avinash was chosen by RCB. |
Avinash's bowling style drew comparisons to Umran Malik's technique. |
Initially against Avinash pursuing cricket, his father wanted him to settle in Canada. |
In 2022, Avinash played for the East Central Railway India cricket team. |
He faced difficulties in affording cricket gear and training due to financial challenges. |