Saurabh Mehta

Saurabh Mehta
Nationality: India
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1982-11-28 Age: 42
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Saurabh Mehta, born on 28th November 1982, has carved out a distinguished career in cricket as a bowler of remarkable skill and resilience. Hailing from a small town with limited resources, Saurabh's journey to the upper echelons of cricket began on local dusty pitches where he would tirelessly hone his craft. A naturally gifted athlete, he displayed early promise and it wasn’t long before his talents were spotted by local scouts, leading to his entry into a reputed cricket academy.

Making his professional debut in the early 2000s, Saurabh quickly became known for his right-arm fast-medium deliveries, which could swing both ways under the right conditions. His capability to seam the ball on a good length troubled many batsmen, earning him a fearsome reputation. Saurabh's debut series saw him not just hold his own but outperform many seasoned players, marking him as a bowler to watch.

Throughout his career, Saurabh has achieved several milestones. He played a pivotal role in his team clinching the national championship in 2007, where his remarkable figures in the finals particularly stood out. His spell during the 2010 series against a fierce rival team cemented his status as a key player. That series, memorable for its intensely competitive spirit, saw Saurabh taking a five-wicket haul that included a spectacular hat-trick, etching his name into the annals of Indian cricketing history.

Saurabh's exceptional pace and ability to deliver under pressure have been his forte, complemented by a solid lower-order batting technique. As a right-handed batsman, he has thwarted numerous batting collapses, contributing crucial runs when his team most needed them.

His cricketing duels with contemporaries often enthralled audiences, but it is perhaps his on-field rivalry with the neighbouring team’s prolific batsman that truly defined his career narrative. These contests were less about individual glory and more about elevating the game itself, with Saurabh's strategic brilliance and unwavering determination often tilting the scales in his team's favour.

Beyond statistics and records, Saurabh Mehta's legacy lies in his impact on the game—training young bowlers, advocating for fair play, and inspiring countless aspiring cricketers. His story continues to serve as a testament to what relentless dedication and passion for the sport can achieve.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T10 4 4 3 16 7 4.00 15 106.67 0 0 0 2

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T10 8 8 10 153 16 15.30 9.56 7 2 1 0 0

Last updated: 2023-07-14

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