Punjab all-rounder Krish Bhagat will make his debut in the Indian Premier League during the IPL 2026 encounter between Mumbai Indians against Gujarat Titans at Ahmedabad.
The 21-year-old was signed as a replacement for injured Mumbai all-rounder Atharva Ankolekar a few days ago and will make his maiden bow for MI against the Titans.
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Krish has been part of Mumbai Indians trials for the past 2 years, having played for the Reliance Team in the DY Patil T20 cup in 2026 and has been a support bowler with the team since pre-season this year.
He has played just seven First-Class games for his State, picking up seven wickets in eight innings and has also contributed 145 runs at 18.12, with a highest score of 39 not out.
In List-A cricket, he has scalped nine wickets in nine matches at an average of 29.55 and economy rate of 6.11.
Published on Apr 20, 2026
Punjab all-rounder Krish Bhagat will make his debut in the Indian Premier League during the…
Mumbai Indians on Thursday named Krish Bhagat as a replacement for injured Atharva Ankolekar for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Krish, the 21-year-old right-handed all-rounder who represents Punjab, brings versatility as a right-arm fast bowler and can contribute with the bat as a lower order batter.
He was part of the Mumbai Indians trials for the past two years, having played for Reliance in the DY Patil T20 Cup in 2026, and has been a support bowler with the team since pre-season this year.
“Krish has consistently impressed the coaching staff with his dedication, work ethic, and the quality he brings to every session and practice games that he played for Mumbai Indians,” said Mumbai Indians in a statement.
“His commitment and development over the years, both in domestic and at Mumbai Indians practice sessions this season have earned him this well-deserved opportunity to transition into the main squad.”
Published on Apr 16, 2026
Mumbai Indians on Thursday named Krish Bhagat as a replacement for injured Atharva Ankolekar for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Krish, the 21-year-old right-handed all-rounder who represents Punjab, brings versatility as a right-arm fast bowler and can contribute with the bat as a lower order batter.
He was part of the Mumbai Indians trials for the past two years, having played for Reliance in the DY Patil T20 Cup in 2026, and has been a support bowler with the team since pre-season this year.
“Krish has consistently impressed the coaching staff with his dedication, work ethic, and the quality he brings to every session and practice games that he played for Mumbai Indians,” said Mumbai Indians in a statement.
“His commitment and development over the years, both in domestic and at Mumbai Indians practice sessions this season have earned him this well-deserved opportunity to transition into the main squad.”
Published on Apr 16, 2026
Mumbai Indians on Thursday named Krish Bhagat as a replacement for injured Atharva Ankolekar for…