Anukul Sudhakar Roy was born on November 30, 1998, in Samastipur, Bihar, India. He is a left-arm spin bowler and a left-handed batsman known for his all-round capabilities in cricket. Roy gained national attention during the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in 2018, where he played a key role in India’s victorious campaign, emerging as the joint highest wicket-taker of the tournament. Following his success at the U-19 level, he has been involved in India’s domestic cricket circuit, playing for Jharkhand, and has also been a part of the Indian Premier League (IPL), representing teams like the Mumbai Indians.
Biography
Anukul Roy’s journey in cricket began in his hometown of Samastipur, where his talent was nurtured from a young age. His performances in age-group cricket for Bihar and later for Jharkhand highlighted his potential as a promising all-rounder. Roy’s breakthrough came during the 2018 U-19 World Cup, where his left-arm spin was instrumental in India’s title win, showcasing his ability to perform on the international stage.
Following his success at the U-19 level, Roy was picked up by the Mumbai Indians in the IPL, providing him with an opportunity to showcase his skills against top international players. In domestic cricket, Roy has been a consistent performer for Jharkhand, contributing both with bat and ball in various formats of the game.
Sporting Achievements
- Under-19 Cricket World Cup: Anukul Roy was a standout performer in the 2018 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, finishing as the joint highest wicket-taker of the tournament. His performances were crucial in India’s successful campaign, earning him recognition as a promising young talent.
- Indian Premier League (IPL): While Roy has had limited opportunities in the IPL, he has been a part of the Mumbai Indians squad, contributing to the team in various capacities and gaining valuable experience from being around top international cricketers.
- Domestic Cricket: In domestic cricket, Roy has been a key player for Jharkhand, showcasing his all-round abilities in the Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. His performances have included crucial wickets and match-winning innings, highlighting his potential as an all-rounder.
Anukul Roy’s journey from playing cricket in Bihar to representing India at the U-19 level and making a mark in domestic cricket reflects his hard work, talent, and potential as an all-rounder. As he continues to develop his game and gain more experience, Roy is seen as a promising talent who could contribute to Indian cricket in the future.
Player Stats
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| FC | 32 | 51 | 4 | 1371 | 153 | 29.17 | 2276 | 60.23 | 4 | 5 | 147 | 29 | 26 | 0 |
| List A | 47 | 37 | 7 | 921 | 96* | 30.70 | 1002 | 91.91 | 0 | 4 | 67 | 35 | 22 | 0 |
| T20s | 47 | 38 | 12 | 517 | 47* | 19.88 | 351 | 147.29 | 0 | 0 | 39 | 23 | 26 | 0 |
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| FC | 32 | 54 | 5362 | 2578 | 98 | 6/67 | 10/130 | 26.30 | 2.88 | 54.7 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| List A | 47 | 45 | 1906 | 1520 | 42 | 4/31 | 4/31 | 36.19 | 4.78 | 45.3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 47 | 46 | 869 | 1019 | 29 | 3/11 | 3/11 | 35.13 | 07.03 | 29.9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |