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Profile of Indian cricketer Shaik Rasheed

 

🧒 Early Life & Background

  • Born: September 24, 2004
  •  Hometown: Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India
  • Family: Comes from a humble background; his father, Balisha, worked in a pesticide shop and later at SBI Loans.
  • Early Training: Identified by the Andhra Cr  



  • icket Association (ACA) at age 9 and enrolled in their residential academy, which provided him with coaching, education, and accommodation.

🏏 Youth & U-19 Career

  • International Exposure: At 13, sent to the UK for specialized training and played local matches at Barnard Castle.
  • U-19 World Cup 2022: Served as vice-captain of the Indian team.
    • Performance: Scored 201 runs in four innings at an average of 50.25
    • Highlight: Notable 94-run knock against Australia in the semi-finals, contributing to India's tournament victory.

🏆 Domestic Career

  • First-Class Debut: February 24, 2022, for Andhra Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy.
  • Ranji Trophy 2024–25:
    • Top Scorer: Amassed 627 runs in 12 innings at an average of 52.25.
  • Best Performance: Scored a double century (203 runs) against Hyderabad.
    • T20 Debut: October 16, 2022, for Andhra Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
    • Notable Innings: Scored a century (100* off 54 balls) against Arunachal Pradesh.

📊 Career Statistics (as of March 2025)

  • First-Class (FC):
    • Matches: 19
    • Runs: 1,204
    • Batting Average: 37.62
    • Centuries/Half-Centuries: 2/7
    • Highest Score: 203
  • List A (LA):
    • Matches: 12
    • Runs: 128
    • Batting Average: 11.63
  • T20:
    • Matches: 17
    • Runs: 352
    • Batting Average: 29.33
    • Highest Score: 100*

🟡 IPL Career

  • Team: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
  • Acquisition:
    • Bought in the 2023 IPL auction for INR 20 lakhs.
    • Reacquired in the 2025 auction for INR 30 lakhs after a stellar domestic season.
  • Role: Top-order batter
  • Notable: Joined a squad featuring legends like MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja, offering him valuable mentorship opportunities.

🔍 Fun Facts

  • Early Recognition: Spotted by ACA and nurtured through their academy system, highlighting the importance of grassroots development.
  • Mentorship: Guided by former BCCI chief selector MSK Prasad during his formative years.
  • Adaptability: Has showcased proficiency across all formats, indicating a versatile batting skill set.

Shaik Rasheed's journey from a modest background in Guntur to representing India at the U-19 level and playing in the IPL exemplifies dedication, talent, and the impact of structured cricketing academies.

 

 

 

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