Avinash Singh Manhas Age, Wiki and Bio

Avinash Singh Manhas

Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth04/01/1998
Age26 years
BirthplaceJammu and Kashmir

Bio/Wiki

Full NameAvinash Singh Manhas
Famous forBeing discovered by the IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore through Hinterland Scouting

Physical Stats & More

Height172 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Personal Life

Zodiac signCapricorn
HometownJammu and Kashmir, India

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherAshok Singh (Auto-rickshaw driver)
MotherName Not Known
SiblingsAvinash has two younger brothers.

Career

Domestic/State TeamRoyal Challengers Bangalore (IPL)
Coach/MentorMayank Goswami
Batting StyleRight Handed
Bowling StyleRight-arm fast-medium

Some Lesser Known Facts

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.