Free extension for sports fans
Advertisement
Advertisement

Naman Dhir had barely bowled in IPL. Then came his 3/31 on India debut

Despite limited IPL bowling under the Impact Player rule, Naman Dhir showed on his T20I debut that he remains a genuine bowling option, taking 3/31 against West Indies in Lucknow.

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 1:30 AM
Naman Dhir had barely bowled in IPL. Then came his 3/31 on India debut
Key Things to Know
  • Naman Dhir took 3/31 on his T20I debut for India against the West Indies in Lucknow.
  • Dhir previously bowled just 8.4 wicketless overs in his entire IPL career with Mumbai Indians.
  • He attributed his limited IPL bowling to the tournament's Impact Player rule but maintained consistent net practice.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Naman Dhir made an impressive T20I debut for India by claiming figures of 3/31 against the West Indies in Lucknow. Despite having bowled only 8.4 wicketless overs during his IPL career with Mumbai Indians due to the Impact Player rule, the 26-year-old effectively established his bowling credentials at the international level.

Dhir explained that he maintained his bowling rhythm through consistent practice despite limited IPL overs. He adjusted his pace on a gripping pitch after observing teammate Axar Patel's success, and noted that playing in high-pressure IPL games prepared him well for international cricket.

Advertisement

Never Miss a Sports Update

Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.