Kulwant Khejroliya is an Indian cricketer who plays as a left-arm fast-medium bowler. He has featured in domestic first-class, List A, and Twenty20 cricket in India, and has been associated with franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
| Full name | Kulwant Khejroliya |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Bowler |
| Bowling style | Left-arm medium-fast |
| Domestic teams | Delhi, Madhya Pradesh (among Indian domestic sides) |
| IPL franchises | Royal Challengers Bangalore, Mumbai Indians |
Background
Khejroliya emerged through the Indian domestic circuit, working his way up through age-group and state-level cricket before earning selection at the senior domestic level. As a left-arm seamer, he offers an angle that is relatively uncommon in Indian pace attacks, which has been a notable part of his appeal to selectors and franchises.
Career
Domestic cricket
He has appeared in the Ranji Trophy, the Vijay Hazare Trophy (List A), and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (Twenty20) within India's domestic structure. His performances on the domestic circuit brought him to the attention of IPL scouts.
Indian Premier League
Khejroliya was signed by Royal Challengers Bangalore for the 2018 IPL season after impressing at the player auction. He was subsequently associated with the Mumbai Indians setup. His role in the IPL has primarily been as a left-arm seam bowling option in the squad.
Style and significance
As a left-arm pacer, Khejroliya represents a category of bowler that Indian franchises have actively sought out for variety in their attacks, particularly in the powerplay and at the death. His career reflects the pathway many fringe domestic cricketers take in India: state-level performances leading to franchise contracts and broader recognition.
Related topics
- Indian Premier League
- Ranji Trophy
- Royal Challengers Bangalore
- Mumbai Indians
- List of Indian cricketers
References
- Wikidata entry: Q28843030