Khaleel Ahmed: Player Profile, Stats, IPL Journey

Khaleel Ahmed is an Indian left-arm fast bowler known for his ability to swing the ball and generate pace. Making his debut in international cricket in 2018, Khaleel has been a consistent performer in the domestic circuit and the IPL. His aggressive bowling style and knack for picking up early wickets have made him a valuable asset for any team he plays for. In the 2025 IPL auction, Khaleel was acquired by the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), further strengthening their bowling attack.

Personal Details

Attribute	Details
Full Name	Khaleel Khursheed Ahmed
Date of Birth	5 December 1997
Birthplace	Tonk, Rajasthan, India
Role	Bowler
Batting Style	Left-hand Bat
Bowling Style	Left-arm Fast Medium
National Team	India
IPL Team	Chennai Super Kings (as of 2025)

Early Life & Domestic Career

Khaleel Ahmed was born in Tonk, Rajasthan, and developed an interest in cricket at a young age. He trained under coach Imtiyaz Khan and quickly made a name for himself in the domestic cricket scene. He represented Rajasthan in age-group cricket and later played for India Under-19 in the 2016 U-19 World Cup. His performances in domestic cricket earned him an IPL contract and a call-up to the Indian national team.

Cricket Career

Format	Matches	Wickets	Best Bowling	Economy Rate	Average
ODI	11	15	3/13	5.81	31.0
T20I	14	13	2/27	8.94	34.0
IPL	47	58	3/21	8.49	25.1

(Stats as of 2024)

IPL Journey with Chennai Super Kings

Khaleel Ahmed began his IPL journey with Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018 after being picked for ₹3 crore in the auction. He had an impressive 2019 season, picking up 19 wickets in 9 matches. In 2022, he was bought by Delhi Capitals and played a crucial role in their bowling attack. Ahead of the 2025 season, Chennai Super Kings secured Khaleel Ahmed in the IPL auction, recognizing his talent as a left-arm pacer who can deliver early breakthroughs. He is expected to play a key role in CSK’s pace department in the upcoming season.

IPL Stats

Y	T	M	W	BB	ER
2018	SRH	1	1	1/38	9.50
2019	SRH	9	19	3/30	8.23
2020	SRH	7	8	2/24	9.42
2021	SRH	3	2	1/28	9.00
2022	DC	10	16	3/25	8.04
2023	DC	14	16	3/21	9.34
2024	DC	13	15	3/27	8.75
2025	CSK	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD

(Stats as of 2024, 2025 performance to be updated after IPL starts)
Y-YEAR, T-TEAM, M-MATCHES, W-WICKETS, BB-BEST BOWLING, ER-ECONOMY RATE

Major Achievements

Played a crucial role in India’s 2018 Asia Cup-winning squad.
Took 19 wickets in IPL 2019, finishing as one of the top bowlers of the season.
Represented India in ODIs and T20Is, contributing as a left-arm pace option.
Picked by Chennai Super Kings in the 2025 IPL auction, strengthening their bowling attack.

Khaleel Ahmed has established himself as a dependable left-arm pacer in Indian cricket. With consistent performances in the IPL and domestic circuit, he remains a strong contender for a comeback in the Indian national team. His ability to swing the ball and take wickets in powerplays makes him an asset for any T20 team. At CSK, he is expected to play a significant role in the 2025 season and beyond.