Nationality: Australia
Position: Batsman
Date of Birth: 2000-01-01 Age: 25

Born on the 1st of January, 2000, Shishir Ramakrishna emerged from the bustling heart of Bangalore, India, to shine in the cricketing world as a prominent batsman. His love for the game was evident from a young age, as he spent countless hours smashing makeshift balls in his backyard. His journey into professional cricket, though seemingly smooth, was a testament to perseverance and raw talent.
Shishir's formal cricketing pursuits began at a local cricket academy, where his coaches quickly noticed his knack for timing and his ability to adapt his batting technique to varying conditions. Making his professional debut in the Ranji Trophy for Karnataka at the tender age of 18, he wowed spectators with a blistering 75-run innings that immediately signalled him as a player to watch.
Over the years, Shishir accumulated several accolades, contributing significantly to Karnataka's victories in multiple domestic championships. His adaptability allowed him to play crucial knocks, whether anchoring the innings or accelerating the score. This versatility swiftly earned him a spot in the IPL, where he became a crowd favourite, effortlessly smashing seasoned bowlers with his signature cover drives and strikes over mid-wicket.
Shishir’s career was punctuated by memorable matches, but one particularly stands out—a riveting IPL clash against Mumbai where his swashbuckling innings of 95 not out helped secure an unlikely victory. This match not only cemented him as a pressure player but also sparked a friendly rivalry with Mumbai’s bowling attack, providing audiences with many entertaining encounters in subsequent seasons.
Though predominantly a batsman, Shishir's bowling—a deceptive mix of off-spin and occasional medium pace—often provided his team with crucial breakthroughs. His adaptability on the field showcased a well-rounded cricketing intellect rarely seen at such a young age.
Despite the rigours of professional sport, Shishir remained grounded, often attributing his success to his early mentors and the support of his family. His playing style—characterised by a unique blend of aggression and calculated restraint—alongside pivotal performances, marked him as a significant modern-day cricketer.
In every innings and every match, Shishir Ramakrishna continued to inspire budding cricketers, turning the dreams of a backyard cricketer into the reality of a bona fide cricket sensation. His impact on the sport, forever tangible, is a testament to his dedication and unyielding love for cricket.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ODI | 4 | 4 | 0 | 24 | 12 | 6.00 | 56 | 42.86 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ODI | 2 | 2 | 0 | 37 | 12 | - | 3.08 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2020-07-04