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Ishant Sharma – India’s Reliable Fast Bowler
Introduction
Ishant Sharma, one of India’s most experienced fast bowlers, played a crucial role in Test cricket for over a decade. Known for his height and ability to generate extra bounce, he troubled some of the world’s best batters. His fiery spell to Ricky Ponting in Perth 2008 is still remembered as a defining moment in Indian cricket. From being one of the youngest bowlers to take 100 Test wickets to leading the Indian pace attack, Ishant Sharma has left a lasting legacy. Here, you’ll find everything about Ishant Sharma, including career stats, achievements, IPL records, and recent updates.Ishant Sharma – Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
| Full Name | Ishant Sharma |
| Born | 2 September 1988 (Age 36) |
| Birthplace | Delhi, India |
| Nickname | Lambu |
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (193 cm) |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm fast-medium |
| Role | Bowler |
| National Team | India (2007–2021) |
| IPL Teams | KKR, Deccan Chargers, SRH, RPS, KXIP, DC |
Career Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Batting Avg | Strike Rate | 100s/50s | Top Score | Balls Bowled | Wickets | Bowling Avg | Best Bowling | 5W Hauls |
| Tests | 105 | 785 | 8.26 | - | 0/1 | 57 | 19,160 | 311 | 32.40 | 7/74 | 11 |
| ODIs | 80 | 72 | 4.80 | - | 0/0 | 13 | 3,733 | 115 | 30.98 | 4/34 | 0 |
| FC | 149 | 1,061 | 8.69 | - | 0/2 | 66 | 26,808 | 481 | 28.35 | 7/24 | 16 |
| List A | 123 | 174 | 6.96 | - | 0/0 | 31 | 5,834 | 178 | 28.95 | 5/21 | 1 |
Early Life
Ishant Sharma was born in Delhi, India, and developed a passion for cricket at a young age. With his tall frame and natural ability to bowl fast, he quickly became one of the most promising young pacers in Indian cricket. His performances in domestic cricket paved the way for his international debut at just 18.Domestic Career
Ishant Sharma made his domestic debut for Delhi in the 2006/07 season. His consistent performances in the Ranji Trophy and for India U-19 earned him a national call-up. In 2008, he became one of the most expensive buys in the IPL auction when Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) purchased him for $950,000. Over the years, he played for multiple IPL teams, including Deccan Chargers, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kings XI Punjab, and Delhi Capitals. In 2018, Ishant joined Sussex County Cricket Club in England to improve his red-ball game. His ability to extract bounce and reverse swing made him a key bowler in domestic and international matches.International Career
Debut Matches
- Test Debut: 25 May 2007 vs Bangladesh
- ODI Debut: 29 June 2007 vs South Africa
- T20I Debut: 1 February 2008 vs Australia
Key Achievements
- Youngest Indian to take 100 Test wickets in 2011.
- Man of the Series against Australia in 2008 with 16 wickets.
- 300+ Test wickets, only the second Indian fast bowler after Kapil Dev to achieve this milestone.
- 7/74 at Lord’s in 2014, his best Test bowling performance.
IPL & Franchise Cricket
Ishant Sharma played for multiple IPL teams, adapting his skills for the shorter format. His ability to bowl in the powerplay and at the death made him a valuable asset.| Team | Years Played | Best IPL Figures | Total Wickets |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2008-2010 | 3/38 | 19 |
| Deccan Chargers | 2011-2012 | 5/12 | 20 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2013-2015 | 4/29 | 25 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 2016 | 3/26 | 7 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 2017 | 2/34 | 6 |
| Delhi Capitals | 2019-Present | 3/28 | 24 |
Records & Milestones
| Record | Details |
| Most Wickets in a Test Series (2011) | 22 wickets against West Indies |
| Best Bowling Performance | 7/74 vs England (Lord’s, 2014) |
| Fastest Ball Bowled by an Indian | 152.2 km/h against Australia (2008) |
| 5-Wicket Hauls | 11 in Tests, 1 in List A |
| 100 Test Matches | Only the second Indian fast bowler after Kapil Dev |