Shardul Narendra Thakur is an Indian all-rounder who represents India across all formats and currently plays for Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. Standing at 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm), the 34-year-old right-arm medium pacer has recently been part of India’s 2025 ODI and T20I series against South Africa, where he contributed both with the ball in middle overs and with handy lower-order runs.
Despite being shorter than the typical fast bowler, Thakur has carved his niche with sharp swing, wicket-taking bursts, and fearless batting. One of the best moments of his career came during the Lord’s Test in 2021, where his twin fifties and key breakthroughs played a major role in India’s historic win. He last played the IPL 2025 season for Mumbai Indians, adding depth to their pace attack and finishing capability with the bat.
Farmhouse in Palghar, Maharashtra; Mercedes SUV; Mahindra Thar (gifted by Anand Mahindra)
Shardul Thakur has built substantial wealth through his cricket career, combining BCCI contracts, IPL salaries, and brand endorsements. His endorsement portfolio includes major brands like PUMA, Skechers, Realme, Tata Power, Khadim, Hell Energy, and Gillette India.
Teams Played For
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
Anand Ashram Convent; Swami Vivekanand International School, Palghar/Borivali, Mumbai
University
University of Mumbai
Complete Career Stats
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Average
Strike Rate
100s
50s
Test
13
441
67
26.00
57.80
0
4
ODI
47
336
54
24.00
117.89
0
1
T20I
25
79
22*
19.75
146.30
0
0
IPL
105
764
68*
22.47
144.87
0
1
Format
Wickets
Best Bowling
Average
Economy
Strike Rate
Test
33
7/61
31.03
3.81
48.8
ODI
65
4/37
30.98
6.23
29.8
T20I
33
4/27
23.39
9.15
15.3
IPL
107
4/34
30.32
9.40
19.4
Shardul Thakur Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
Batting Form
Format
Opponent
Date
Runs
Venue
ODI
South Africa
December 3, 2025
12 (18)
Centurion
ODI
South Africa
November 30, 2025
7 (10)
Johannesburg
T20I
Australia
November 10, 2025
15 (9)
Guwahati
T20I
Australia
November 7, 2025
4 (5)
Nagpur
ODI
Sri Lanka
August 17, 2025
19 (22)
Colombo
Bowling Form
Format
Opponent
Date
Wickets
Venue
ODI
South Africa
December 3, 2025
1/54
Centurion
ODI
South Africa
November 30, 2025
0/42
Johannesburg
T20I
Australia
November 10, 2025
1/27
Guwahati
T20I
Australia
November 7, 2025
2/31
Nagpur
ODI
Sri Lanka
August 17, 2025
1/39
Colombo
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2015-16
Took 8 wickets in Ranji Trophy final to help Mumbai win 41st title
2017
Made international debut in ODI format against Sri Lanka
2018
Man of the Match in Nidahas Trophy with career-best T20I figures (4/27)
2018
Part of Indian squad that won Asia Cup
2018
Made Test debut against West Indies
2021
Scored crucial 67 in historic Gabba Test victory against Australia
2021
Leading wicket-taker for CSK with 21 wickets, helping them win IPL title
2021
Fastest fifty by an Indian in Tests played in England (31 balls)
2022
Registered best bowling figures for an Indian against South Africa in Tests (7/61)
2023
Part of Indian squad that won Asia Cup
2024
Scored maiden first-class century (109 runs) in Ranji Trophy semi-final
2024
Helped Mumbai win 42nd Ranji Trophy title
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Competition / Trophy
Team
Significance
2014–15
Ranji Trophy Winner
Mumbai
Early domestic First-Class success
2015–16
Ranji Trophy Runner-Up (Key Bowler)
Mumbai
Breakthrough domestic season
2016–17
Irani Cup Winner
Mumbai
Major domestic title
2018
Nidahas Trophy Winner
India
First major international T20 title
2018
T20I Player of the Match (Final)
India
Match-winning spell vs Bangladesh
2020
IPL Champion
Chennai Super Kings
First IPL title
2021
ICC World Test Championship Runner-Up
India
Part of squad in the final vs NZ
2021
Border–Gavaskar Trophy Winner
India
Key performances in Brisbane & Johannesburg Tests
2021
Lord’s Test Hero – Player of the Match
India
Famous twin fifties & key wickets vs England
2023
IPL Champion
Chennai Super Kings
Second IPL title
2023
Asia Cup Winner
India
Part of title-winning squad
2024–25
Vijay Hazare Trophy Contribution
Mumbai
Continued domestic excellence
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
Historic Gabba Contribution
Scored 67 and took 7 wickets in India’s famous victory
Two-time IPL Champion
Won with CSK in 2018 and 2021
Fastest Test Fifty in England
31 balls at The Oval in 2021
Purple Cap contender
Joint-third in 2021 IPL with 21 wickets
Best Indian bowling vs SA
7/61 at Wanderers in January 2022
Interesting Facts About Shardul Thakur
He once hit six sixes in a single over while representing Swami Vivekanand International School in the Harris Shield.
After criticism about his weight (85 kg), he followed Sachin Tendulkar’s advice and lost 13 kg to improve his fitness.
He initially wore jersey number 10 on his ODI debut, which caused controversy as it was Sachin Tendulkar’s number. He later switched to 54.
He received training from legendary Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath, which helped refine his bowling skills.
Fans affectionately call him “Lord Shardul” for his ability to deliver match-winning performances unexpectedly.
He was gifted a Mahindra Thar by Anand Mahindra for his heroic performance in the Gabba Test.
His school, Swami Vivekanand International School, also produced another Indian cricket star, Rohit Sharma.
Born in Palghar, Maharashtra, Shardul Thakur is 34 years old and stands 5 feet 9 inches tall. His journey from commuting on early morning trains to Mumbai for cricket practice has taken him through various IPL franchises and multiple format victories for India. Known for his knack of breaking partnerships and delivering under pressure, he remains a valuable asset in Indian cricket.
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