Ashwani Kumar Age, Wiki and Bio

Ashwani Kumar

Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth29/08/2001
Age23 years
BirthplaceJhanjeri, Sahibzada Ajit Singh (SAS) Nagar, Punjab, India

Bio/Wiki

Real NameAshwani Rana
Famous forHaving the best bowling figure on IPL debut (4 wickets for 24 runs)

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9"
Weight60 Kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Body Measurements
Chest40 Inches
Waist32 Inches
Biceps12 Inches

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolGovernment Senior Secondary School, Jhanjeri
QualificationHigh school pass

Personal Life

Zodiac SignVirgo
HometownMohali, Punjab
ReligionHinduism
Hobbies
  • Swimming
  • Travelling
Tattoos
  • 'I am enough' on right wrist
  • 'Fear' on right leg
PiercingsIn both ears

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherHarkesh Kumar
MotherMeena Devi
SiblingsBrother - Shiv Rana (Elder)

Career

International Debut
ODIDid not make yet
TestDid not make yet
T20Did not make yet
Jersey Number
IPL#42
Sher-e-Punjab Trophy#33
Domestic Teams
  • Punjab
  • BLV Blasters
IPL TeamMumbai Indians (MI, 2025)
Coaches
  • Varinder Singh
  • VRV Singh
Batting StyleLeft-handed
Bowling StyleLeft-arm fast medium
Career Highlights
  • Made first-class debut for Punjab in 2019
  • Ranji Trophy debut in 2021
  • Scouted by Mumbai Indians during 2024 Sher-e-Punjab Trophy
  • Acquired by Mumbai Indians for Rs 30 lakhs in 2025 IPL auction

Favourites

Cricketers
  • Jasprit Bumrah
  • Mitchell Starc
Foods
  • Besan ka chilla
  • Aloo paratha

Style Quotient

Money Factor
SalaryRs 30 lakhs (from 2025 IPL contract)

Some Lesser Known Facts

Grew up in a middle-class Punjabi family, raised by his mother.
His father either passed away when he was young or is young and well.
Suffered a serious injury, taking almost a year off cricket.
Refused a lucrative job offer in 2024 to pursue cricket.
First player to take 4 wickets on IPL debut on 31 March 2025 against KKR.
Started playing cricket in canvas shoes, with his father often supporting his sports gear.
Bowling speed ranges from 135-140 kph, with abilities in yorkers and slower balls.
His dedication is highlighted by past training in local stadiums from early morning until late evening.