Who is Rasikh Salam?

Rasikh Salam is an Indian cricketer who represents Baroda in domestic cricket and plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League 2026.

He is a right-hand batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler known for his deceptive slower deliveries and knuckle ball variations.

Rasikh Salam is among India’s promising young pacers, having been spotted by Irfan Pathan at 17 and becoming third player from Jammu Kashmir to play IPL after overcoming two-year ban.

Early Life and Background

He was Born on April 5, 2000, in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, his birth place is Kulgam. His hometown is Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

Rasikh’s background involved modest home environment from Kashmir region.

Parents include Abdul Salam, father who works as school teacher supporting background, and mother Saleem Dar who is homemaker.

His brother named Irfan Salam Dar supported throughout his journey. Two sisters also part of close-knit family. Cousin brothers Nadeem Dar and Mubeen Koul coached him initially.

Regarding his relationships, there is no public information available. Currently appears completely focused on establishing cricket career after comeback from ban.

There’s no wife as he’s unmarried. His gf status remains unknown.

Cast or Religion is Muslim, and house is in Kulgam, Kashmir.

Rasikh Salam Biography

details	Information
Full Name	Rasikh Salaam Dar
occupation	Bowler
Place	Kulgam, Jammu Kashmir
Hometown / Village Name	Kulgam, Jammu Kashmir
Date of Birth	April 5, 2000
Age	25 years
Height	5 feet 8 inches (175 cm)
weight	71 KG(Approx.)
Father Name	Abdul Salam
Mother	Saleem Dar
Brother	Irfan Salam Dar
Sisters	2 (Names Not Disclosed)
Cast/Religion	Muslims
Wife	none
GF	Not Known
house	Kulgam, Jammu Kashmir
IPL Team 2026	Royal Challengers Bengaluru
IPL price 2026	₹6 crore
Net Worth	Estimated ₹8-9 crore

Professional Cricket Career

Rasikh’s career start came through first cricket match in Budgam.

Cousin brothers Nadeem Dar and Mubeen Koul provided early coaching.

Spotted at 17 during talent hunt drive in Kashmir by Irfan Pathan and coach Milap Mewada who recognized potential.

First Class 1st match Played on December 30, 2018, for Jammu Kashmir against Assam at Guwahati. In 8 First Class career matches, scored 116 runs with best of 45* at average of 29.00, while taking 19 wkts with best bowling of 3/26.

List-A 1st match Played on October 3, 2018, for Jammu Kashmir against Rajasthan in Vijay Hazare Trophy at Chennai. In 15 matches, scored 51 runs at an average of 17.00, while claiming 19 wkts with best of 4/23.

T20 career started on February 22, 2019, for Jammu Kashmir against Jharkhand in SMAT at Mulapadu. In 42 T20 matches, scored 78 runs with best of 10* at strike rate of 98.73, while taking 50 T20 Wickets with best of 6/31.

Faced two-year ban by BCCI in 2019 for submitting faulty birth-certificate. During ban period, trained at Mumbai Indians’ Reliance facility under scholarship program traveling to UAE as net bowler.

Test or ODI career not started yet. So Test wickets and ODI wickets are Zero. Currently represents Baroda after moving from Jammu Kashmir expanding domestic opportunities.

Recent news includes strong performances in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026 for Baroda and retention by Rasikh Salam 2026 for ₹6 crore reflecting faith in abilities.

IPL Career

His Indian Premier League journey began in 2019 when Mumbai Indians picked him for ₹20 lakh becoming the youngest player to debut for MI at 17 years 353 days. The ipl team invested in raw pace talent from Kashmir.

Served two-year ban from 2019-2021 but stayed connected with Mumbai Indians training under their program maintaining fitness and skills.

Kolkata Knight Riders bought him for ₹20 lakh in 2022 auction after ban ended. Limited opportunities but showed promise whenever called upon.

Delhi Capitals signed him for ₹20 lakh in 2024 where he took maiden IPL wkts dismissing Sai Sudarshan coming as impact substitute against Gujarat Titans finishing with 3/34.

For ipl 2026, retained by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for ₹6 crore showing massive jump in valuation. The ipl team 2026 sees him as death-overs specialist with deceptive variations.

His ipl price reflects potential as young fast bowler who can bowl difficult overs with slower balls and knuckle deliveries across 13 IPL matches.

Rasikh Salam Stats

Domestic & International

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	balls	runs	wkts	B.B.I.	bbm	ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
FC	8	13	916	526	19	3/26	4/97	27.68	3.44	48.2	0	0	0
List A	15	15	719	710	19	4/23	4/23	37.36	5.92	37.8	1	0	0
t20s	43	43	870	1228	51	6/31	6/31	24.07	8.46	17.0	0	1	0

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	runs	HS	ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	ct	St.
FC	8	8	4	116	45*	29.00	133	87.21	0	0	11	6	1	0
List A	15	8	5	51	21*	17.00	71	71.83	0	0	5	0	3	0
t20s	43	18	7	78	10*	7.09	79	98.73	0	0	7	2	10	0

IPL Stats

Bowling

tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	balls	runs	wkts	B.B.I.	bbm	ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
IPL	4 teams	15	15	272	456	15	4/24	4/24	30.40	10.05	18.1	1	0	0

Batting & Fielding

tournament	Teams	Mat	Inns	NO	runs	HS	ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	ct	St.
IPL	4 teams	15	6	1	40	10	8.00	40	100.00	0	0	5	0	4	0

His career stats showcase emerging talent. Career Statistics demonstrate abilities as a fast bowler with variations and useful lower-order contributions.

Recent Performance (IPL 2026)

He delivered an impressive performance in the ongoing IPL 2026 season, especially in match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants. The young fast bowler played a key role with the ball, showcasing control, variation, and wicket-taking ability.

In this match, he picked up 4 wickets, helping his team restrict Lucknow Super Giants to a modest total. His spell proved to be one of the most impactful performances of the game.

He made an early breakthrough by dismissing Aiden Markram in his opening spell, giving his team a strong start in the powerplay. His ability to strike early once again highlighted his importance as a new-ball bowler.

What stood out in his bowling was the smart use of variations, including slower balls and change of pace, which made it difficult for batsmen to score freely. He maintained tight control over his line and length, building pressure and forcing mistakes.

Records and Achievements

Rasikh Salam multiple achievement include:

• Third player from Jammu Kashmir to play IPL
• Youngest player to debut for Mumbai Indians at 17 years 353 days
• Best T20 bowling figures of 6/31 showcasing wicket-taking ability
• Comeback story after two-year ban showing mental strength
• Trained at Mumbai Indians facility during ban period
• First IPL wkts of Sai Sudarshan taking 3/34 as impact substitute
• 50 T20 Wickets with best of 6/31. While Test or ODI career not started yet. So Test wickets and ODI wickets are Zero.
• No hattrick yet but consistent performer in death overs
• Jersey number 44 for Delhi Capitals

These records demonstrate his journey from Kashmir village cricket to IPL stardom overcoming adversity.

Playing Style

Rasikh Salam is 5 feet 8 inches (175 cm) with compact athletic build. As bowler, delivers right-arm medium-fast with Bowling Speed ​​ranging 135-140 kmph consistently.

Known for deceptive slower delivery and knuckle ball making him difficult to score against during death overs. Can swing ball with new delivery.

Used primarily as death-overs specialist but can also bowl middle overs effectively adapting to match situations.

Rasikh Salam Net Worth

Net worth is estimated at ₹8-9 crore (2026). Income sources include:

• Indian Premier League salary: ₹6 crore from RCB (2026)
• Previous IPL contracts totaling ₹6.40 crore
• Baroda domestic cricket earnings
• SMAT and other domestic tournament fees
• India A team selections when available

The net worth reflects remarkable turnaround after serving ban and getting life-changing IPL 2026 contract as promising cricketer.

Family, Personal Life & Relationship

Parent’s Abdul Salam from Kashmir works as school teacher supporting through modest means. He encouraged cricket despite financial limitations showing belief in son’s talent.

Mother Saleem Dar is homemaker who provided emotional support throughout career including difficult ban period.

Brother Irfan Salam Dar and two sisters remain close providing support system. Cousin brothers Nadeem Dar and Mubeen Koul were first coaches.

Home schooled in Kulgam which state or country is Jammu Kashmir, India. Follows Islam religion with mother tongue being Kashmiri and Urdu.

Hobbies include hanging out with friends, cooking specializing in mutton curry, trekking in mountains, and playing football and volleyball.

Favorite cricketers are Dale Steyn and Shoaib Akhtar. Favorite actors include Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor.

Team India Prospects

Yet to make senior India debut. Dates Joined progression: Jammu Kashmir (2018), Mumbai Indians (2019), KKR (2022), Delhi Capitals (2024), Baroda (2025), RCB (2025).

Strong domestic performances and IPL success could open doors for future India opportunities across formats.

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