Nationality: Nepal
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 1986-04-18 Age: 39
Manjit Singh's journey into the world of cricket began in the bustling city of Chandigarh, where he was born on 18th April 1986. From the tender age of seven, the dusty pitches of local parks became his playground, a place where he honed his craft as an allrounder. Displaying an uncanny knack for the sport, Manjit quickly rose through the ranks of school and district cricket, his talent evident to those around him. His right-handed batting technique, coupled with the strategic guile of his right-arm offbreaks, caught the eye of selectors and propelled him into the competitive circles of state cricket by the time he was in his late teens.
His professional debut was a testament to his commitment; by 2006, he had donned the colours of his state team in the prestigious Ranji Trophy. It was here that Manjit began showcasing his dual strengths, often racking up vital middle-order runs while contributing crucial breakthroughs with his off-spin. His flair and finesse cemented his place in the team and laid the groundwork for what would become an illustrious career.
Manjit's journey was punctuated with significant achievements and scintillating performances. Leading his team to victory in the Ranji Trophy finals of 2010 and 2013 are highlights of his career. In these campaigns, his ability to perform under pressure was remarkable, scoring decisive fifties in both finals and preserving crucial spells that stifled the opposition when it mattered most.
One cannot discuss Manjit's career without mentioning the epic battles against regional rivals. Notable was the 2015 encounter against Mumbai, where his counter-attacking century turned the match on its head, shifting momentum in what seemed like a lost cause. His adaptability in high-stakes matches earned him the reputation of a reliable and versatile cricketer.
Manjit's playing style was defined by his crisp, authoritative drives and his nuanced understanding of off-spin bowling, where he often varied his pace and flight to outsmart batsmen. His strength lay in his tactical acumen, knowing when to anchor the innings or accelerate, and when to incorporate aggressive sliders amidst his usual offbreaks.
Of all his memorable moments, none stand out more than his match-winning six during the dying moments of the 2013 final—an indelible imprint on the collective memory of cricket fans and a testament to his steely resolve and unyielding spirit on the pitch.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 29 | 16 | 5 | 109 | 37 | 6.81 | 89 | 122.47 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 6 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 31 | 22 | 14 | 266 | 29 | 19.00 | 9.17 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-02-17
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