In the 12th match of IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians gave a chance to a player whom only fans would know. It is being talked about Ashwini Kumar, who was given a chance in the IPL for the first time and this player made a big record on the first ball. Ashwini Kumar dismissed Kolkata captain Ajinkya Rahane on the very first ball of her IPL career. With this wicket, he became the first Indian player of Mumbai Indians who took the wicket on the first ball of the debut match. Not only this, Ashwini took two wickets in her second over. This player also made Rinku Singh and Manish Pandey their victims.

Let us tell you who is Ashwini Kumar?

Who is Ashwini Kumar?

Ashwini Kumar was bought by Mumbai Indians for Rs 30 lakh in 2025 mega auction. These players are considered expert in the death over. Ashwini made his debut for Punjab in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in 2022 and has so far taken 3 wickets in 4 T20 matches, with his economy rate 8.5 runs per over. This economy will be looking more to you, but since this player does more death overs, this figure is amazing. Ashwini has also played 2 first-class and 4 list a matches for Punjab.

Where did Ashwini Kumar start from

Ashwini Kumar was born on 29 August 2001 in Jhanjari, a small village in Mohali.

This player had landed in the field from a very young age. Ashwini Kumar comes from the middle class family. Ashwini Kumar earned the real name from Sher-e-Punjab T20 Cup where this player took 11 wickets in 6 matches.

The specialty of Ashwini Kumar

The specialty of Ashwini Kumar is his different bowling. Apart from the Change of Paes, these players have mastered throwing bouncers and yorkers. Apart from this, they can also play big shots in lower order. This player is known for performing well under pressure.

That is why Mumbai Indians have placed such a big bet on this player.

That is why Mumbai Indians have placed such a big bet on this player.