Avesh Khan – Player Profile Stats Achievements (IPL 2025)

Avesh Khan is one of the most promising fast bowlers in Indian cricket. Known for his express pace, accuracy, and ability to deliver under pressure, Avesh has been a key asset for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025. His ability to bowl in the powerplay and death overs makes him a vital component of LSG’s bowling attack.

Personal Details of Avesh Khan

Early Life & Domestic Career

Avesh Khan rose to prominence with his performances in domestic cricket, especially in the Ranji Trophy for Madhya Pradesh. His impressive performances in the U-19 World Cup in 2016 put him on the radar of IPL franchises. Over the years, he has developed into a lethal pacer capable of clocking speeds above 140 km/h consistently.

His domestic career has been filled with impressive spells, particularly in first-class cricket, where he has been one of the leading wicket-takers for Madhya Pradesh.

T20 Debut (IPL)

• Match: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) vs Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals)
• Date: May 14, 2017
• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, India
• Tournament: Indian Premier League (IPL) 2017
• Details: Avesh made his IPL debut for RCB at the age of 20, having been bought for ₹10 lakh. He bowled 4 overs, conceding 23 runs and taking 1 wicket (Pravin Tambe). This debut came after his inclusion in India’s U-19 World Cup squads (2014 and 2016), where he gained attention for his pace (up to 149 kph) and variations. Though he played sparingly in his first four IPL seasons (9 matches total), it marked his entry into franchise cricket.

International T20I Debut

• Match: India vs West Indies, 2nd T20I
• Date: February 20, 2022
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India
• Details: Avesh received his maiden India cap from Bhuvneshwar Kumar before the match. He bowled 4 overs, finishing with figures of 0/42—expensive as West Indies chased India’s total. His debut came after a breakout IPL 2021 season with Delhi Capitals (24 wickets) and his ₹10 crore move to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 2022 auction, making him the most expensive uncapped player in IPL history at the time.

ODI Debut

• Match: India vs West Indies, 1st ODI
• Date: July 24, 2022
• Venue: Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad
• Details: Avesh debuted in ODIs during India’s tour of the West Indies, bowling 6 overs with figures of 0/54 (economy 9.00). He didn’t take a wicket, but the match saw India win narrowly by 3 runs, thanks to Shikhar Dhawan’s 97. This debut followed his T20I entry and solidified his place in India’s pace attack during a period of rotation for senior bowlers.

IPL Journey with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

Avesh Khan was initially part of Delhi Capitals before making his move to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 2022 IPL mega auction. His ability to bowl quick, hit the deck hard, and execute yorkers at the death has made him a valuable player for LSG.

IPL Performance Over the Years

(2025 stats will be updated as the season progresses.)

Strengths & Playing Style

• Powerplay & Death Bowling: Avesh is effective in both powerplay and death overs, using his pace and variations smartly.
• Yorkers & Slower Balls: His ability to execute pinpoint yorkers and deceive batsmen with slower deliveries makes him a reliable bowler in the final overs.
• Pace & Bouncers: With speeds consistently over 140 km/h, he can unsettle batsmen with sharp bouncers.

Major Achievements

✔ Leading wicket-taker for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2021 with 24 wickets.
✔ Part of the Indian squad for T20I and ODI matches.
✔ One of the highest-paid uncapped players in IPL history during the 2022 auction.
✔ Consistently among the top wicket-takers for LSG since joining in 2022.

Avesh Khan has established himself as one of India’s premier fast bowlers in the IPL. His aggressive style, coupled with his ability to perform in high-pressure situations, makes him a crucial player for LSG in IPL 2025. As the season unfolds, fans will be eager to see how Avesh contributes to LSG’s campaign with his match-winning spells.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) IPL 2025 Squad

Retained Players (Pre-Auction)

1. Nicholas Pooran (Wicketkeeper-Batter) – ₹21 crore
   • Retained as a key overseas batter and finisher.
2. Ravi Bishnoi (Bowler) – ₹11 crore
   • Leg-spinner, retained for his consistency.
3. Mayank Yadav (Bowler) – ₹11 crore
   • Young pace sensation, known for express speed.
4. Mohsin Khan (Bowler) – ₹4 crore
   • Uncapped left-arm pacer, retained for potential.
5. Ayush Badoni (Batter) – ₹4 crore
   • Uncapped all-round talent, a rising star.

Players Bought at IPL 2025 Auction

6. Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper-Batter, Captain) – ₹27 crore
   • Record-breaking buy, most expensive player in IPL history.
7. David Miller (Batter) – ₹7.5 crore
   • South African middle-order powerhouse.
8. Aiden Markram (Batter) – ₹2 crore
   • Versatile South African batter with leadership experience.
9. Mitchell Marsh (Allrounder) – ₹3.4 crore
   • Australian allrounder, adds batting and bowling depth.
10. Avesh Khan (Bowler) – ₹9.75 crore
    • Experienced Indian pacer, strengthens the pace attack.
11. Abdul Samad (Batter) – ₹4.2 crore
    • Dynamic middle-order batter with big-hitting ability.
12. Aryan Juyal (Wicketkeeper-Batter) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped keeper, backup option.
13. Akash Deep (Bowler) – ₹8 crore
    • Indian pacer, adds variety to the bowling lineup.
14. Himmat Singh (Batter) – ₹80 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian batter, domestic standout.
15. Manimaran Siddharth (Bowler) – ₹2.4 crore
    • Left-arm spinner, uncapped talent.
16. Digvesh Rathi (Bowler) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian bowler, squad depth.
17. Shahbaz Ahmed (Allrounder) – ₹2.4 crore
    • Left-arm spinning allrounder, utility player.
18. Akash Singh (Bowler) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped left-arm pacer.
19. Shamar Joseph (Bowler) – ₹3 crore
    • West Indian pacer, acquired via Right-to-Match (RTM) card.
20. Prince Yadav (Bowler) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian bowler, emerging talent.
21. Yuvraj Chaudhary (Batter) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian batter, future prospect.
22. Rajvardhan Hangargekar (Allrounder) – ₹1 crore
    • Uncapped Indian pace-bowling allrounder.
23. Arshin Kulkarni (Allrounder) – ₹30 lakh
    • Uncapped Indian allrounder, youth prospect.
24. Matthew Breetzke (Batter) – ₹30 lakh
    • South African opener, overseas depth.

Replacement Player (Post-Auction)

25. Shardul Thakur (Allrounder) – Signed as a replacement
    • Joined LSG mid-season (exact price undisclosed, typically base price or negotiated), replacing an injured player (likely Mayank Yadav, who suffered a toe injury as per reports).

Key Details

• Total Players: 25 (maximum squad size).
• Overseas Players: 8 (Pooran, Miller, Markram, Marsh, Joseph, Breetzke, plus two slots filled from retentions/auction).
• Purse Spent: ₹119.9 crore (out of ₹120 crore), leaving ₹0.1 crore remaining.
• Captain: Rishabh Pant, announced January 20, 2025.
• Coaching Staff: Justin Langer (Head Coach), Lance Klusener (Assistant Coach), Adam Voges (Assistant Coach), Zaheer Khan (Mentor).