Who is Vignesh Puthur? | A Young Debutant from Kerala in IPL 2025
Vignesh Puthur is a promising 24-year-old left-arm wrist spinner from Malappuram, Kerala, made an unforgettable debut in the Indian Premier League 2025, in the 3rd match of the league, he played for one of the most successful franchises in the league Mumbai Indians, and was introduced as an impact player in their first game against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on March 23. Vignesh debut was impressive as he picked three wickets, including two key players in his first spell.
A Stellar Performance with Three Crucial Wickets
Vignesh Puthur smashed early, dismissing CSK’s captain Ruturaj Gaikwad in his first over, while in his very next over Puthur added another prized wicket to his tally by getting Shivam Dube out and his third victim was Deepak Hooda, who tried a slog sweep, only to be caught at deep square leg. These vital wickets not only offered Puthur’s skill but also his ability to execute under pressure.
However, Puthur has yet to represent Kerala at the senior level, but his journey in cricket has been outstanding. In previous years he played in the under-14 and under-19 levels for Kerala, but his impressive performances in regional tournaments led the way for his IPL career.
How Vignesh Puthur’s Shift to Wrist Spin Shaped His IPL Career
Initially, Vignesh Puthur was a medium pacer, but his life changed when a local cricketer, Mohammed Sherif, encouraged him to try leg spin. This worked well for Puthur, and he enthusiastically honed his skills.
From Local Leagues to IPL Stardom
He later moved from Malappuram to Thrissur to advance his career, branding in the Kerala College Premier T20 League while representing St. Thomas College, but the turning point for him was consistent displays for Jolly Rovers Cricket Club, which earned him a place in the Alleppey Ripples squad for the Kerala Cricket League.
Signed by Mumbai Indians for a base price of Rs. 30 lakh in the IPL 2025 mega auction, Puthur’s debut performance is a glimpse into a bright future in the IPL. His rise from local leagues to the grand stage of the IPL is a testament to his dedication and raw talent.
After this amazing performance in Kerala, he was signed by Mumbai Indians in the IPL mega auction with a base prize of Rs. 30 lakhs, Puthur’s debut performance is a glimpse into a bright future in the IPL. His rise from local leagues to the great stage of the IPL is a testament to his dedication and raw talent.
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