Inspired by Dhoni, Shivang Kumar sets out to resume his father's incomplete journey
The SRH wristspinner has made his way to the IPL on the back of notable performances in the Madhya Pradesh League and domestic cricket
www.espncricinfo.comShivang Kumar is an Indian cricketer who made headlines in 2026 as a left-arm wrist-spinner for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL. Recent coverage highlights his IPL debut for SRH, his domestic form in Madhya Pradesh and other circuits, and his emergence as a promising bowling-allrounder for India’s domestic setup.[2][3][6]
Latest snapshot
- IPL 2026: Debuted for SRH and has shown potential with left-arm wrist spin and lower-order batting. His initial IPL performance included a notable seam of progress in early matches.[3][2]
- Domestic form: Strong showings in the Madhya Pradesh League and Vijay Hazare Trophy helped him secure IPL opportunities; he’s been described as a development project with a high ceiling.[6][2]
- Background and narrative: Several profiles emphasize his journey from a smaller cricketing ecosystem to (potential) national relevance, with references to family support and persistence.[7][8][2]
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