Vignesh Puthur is a promising young cricketer from Malappuram, Kerala, who has recently gained attention for his impressive debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with the Mumbai Indians (MI). Born on March 2, 2001, he is a left-arm wrist spinner and has quickly made a name for himself in the cricketing world.
Early Career and Background
Puthur started playing cricket at the age of 11, initially as a medium pacer. His transition to wrist spin was encouraged by local cricketer Mohammed Sherif, which proved to be a pivotal moment in his career. He later moved to Thrissur, where he became a standout player in the Kerala College Premier T20 league while representing St. Thomas College. Despite not having played for Kerala at the senior level, he has represented the state in under-14 and under-19 competitions.
IPL 2025 Debut
Vignesh made his IPL debut on March 23, 2025, against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), where he showcased his talent by taking three wickets for 32 runs in four overs. His wickets included CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and established players Shivam Dube and Deepak Hooda. This performance not only helped MI defend a total of 155 but also marked him as an impactful player in his first match.
Career Statistics
While detailed career statistics are still developing due to his recent entry into professional cricket, here are some highlights:
IPL 2025:
Matches: 1
Wickets: 3
Bowling Average: 10.67
Best Bowling Figure: 3/32
Kerala Cricket League:
Matches: 3
Wickets: 2
Other Notable Performances
In the Kerala Cricket League (2024), he took 13 wickets in 16 matches with a best of 3/38.
Puthur was signed by Mumbai Indians for a base price of ₹30 lakh during the IPL auction, reflecting the franchise’s belief in his potential despite limited exposure at higher levels of competitive cricket. His journey from local leagues to the IPL illustrates the depth of talent emerging from grassroots cricket in India.
