Anmolpreet Singh is an emerging Indian cricketer known for his explosive batting style. Born on March 28, 1998, in Patiala, Punjab, he has made significant strides in domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Early life and Background
Anmolpreet grew up in a sports-oriented family; his father, Satvinder Singh, was a former captain of the Indian handball team. He began playing cricket at a young age, joining a local academy at just five years old. His early training under Munish Bali, a former assistant coach of the India U-19 team, helped him develop his skills, leading to impressive performances at various junior levels, including the Cooch Behar Trophy.
Domestic Career
Anmolpreet made his first-class debut for Punjab in the 2017-18 Ranji Trophy and quickly established himself as a key player. He scored 267 runs in his third match and finished as Punjab’s leading run-scorer that season with 753 runs at an average of 125.50. His consistent performances earned him selections for India A and participation in the U-19 Cricket World Cup in 2016.
Achievements
On December 21, 2024, Anmolpreet set a remarkable record by scoring the fastest List A century by an Indian batter, reaching the milestone in just 35 balls during a Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Arunachal Pradesh. He finished that innings with 115 runs of 45 balls, helping Punjab secure a nine-wicket victory. This achievement places him third on the all-time list for the fastest List A centuries, behind Australia’s Jake Fraser-McGurk and South Africa’s AB de Villiers.
IPL Career
Anmolpreet made his IPL debut on September 19, 2021, playing for the Mumbai Indians. He was later acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad but went unsold in the recent IPL auction. Throughout his IPL career, he has shown promise but has yet to secure a permanent spot in a franchise.
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Conclusion
With his recent record-breaking performance and consistent domestic form, Anmolpreet Singh is considered one of the promising talents in Indian cricket, likely to make further contributions to both domestic and international cricket in the future.
