Amit Mishra, born on November 24, 1982, in Delhi, India, is a well-known Indian cricketer who plays primarily as a right-arm leg-spin bowler. He has also shown capabilities with the bat, batting right-handed. Mishra made his international debut across all three formats and has been a part of the Indian cricket team in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. He has played for multiple domestic teams, including Haryana, and has had a significant impact in the Indian Premier League (IPL), representing teams like Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Mishra is notable for his record of the most hat-tricks in the IPL, showcasing his exceptional bowling skills.
Biography
Amit Mishra hails from a lower middle-class family in Delhi. With a passion for cricket ignited from a young age, he initially aspired to be a batsman. However, under the guidance of his mentor Sanjay Bhardwaj, he discovered his talent for leg-spin. Mishra’s journey in domestic cricket began with a move to Haryana in 2000, where he was needed as a leg spinner. Overcoming the challenge of being overlooked by his home state, Mishra quickly established himself as a key player for Haryana, both as a bowler and occasionally with the bat. Despite facing several hurdles, including being on the fringes of the national team for years, Mishra made his international debut in 2003. His breakthrough came in 2008 against Australia in Tests, where he filled in for an injured Anil Kumble and claimed 5 wickets in his debut innings.
Sporting Achievements
Mishra’s international career has been marked by several key performances. In Tests, his debut against Australia set the tone for his career. In ODIs, he has been a part of the Indian squad in various tournaments, including the 2009 ICC Champions Trophy. His performance against Zimbabwe in 2013, where he equaled the world record for the most wickets in a bilateral ODI series, stands out. In the IPL, Mishra is celebrated for his three hat-tricks, making him the first player in the league’s history to achieve this feat. These performances have established him as one of the top spinners in Indian cricket.
Amit Mishra’s contributions to cricket, marked by his exceptional leg-spin, have made him a respected figure in the sport, both nationally and internationally. His journey from a passionate young cricketer to a key player for the Indian team and in the IPL serves as an inspiration to many.
Player Stats
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| Tests | 22 | 40 | 5103 | 2715 | 76 | 5/71 | 7/72 | 35.72 | 3.19 | 67.1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| ODIs | 36 | 34 | 1917 | 1511 | 64 | 6/48 | 6/48 | 23.60 | 4.72 | 29.9 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| T20Is | 10 | 10 | 228 | 240 | 16 | 3/24 | 3/24 | 15.00 | 6.31 | 14.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 152 | – | 30843 | 15608 | 535 | 6/66 | – | 29.17 | 03.03 | 57.6 | – | 21 | 1 |
| List A | 152 | – | 7712 | 5894 | 252 | 6/13 | 6/13 | 23.38 | 4.58 | 30.6 | 7 | 6 | 0 |
| T20s | 258 | 255 | 5306 | 6331 | 284 | 5/17 | 5/17 | 22.29 | 7.15 | 18.6 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| Tests | 22 | 32 | 2 | 648 | 84 | 21.60 | 1103 | 58.74 | 0 | 4 | 79 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
| ODIs | 36 | 11 | 3 | 43 | 14 | 5.37 | 82 | 52.43 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| T20Is | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 | – | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| FC | 152 | 220 | 28 | 4176 | 202* | 21.75 | – | – | 1 | 17 | – | – | 77 | 0 |
| List A | 152 | 102 | 26 | 910 | 55 | 11.97 | – | – | 0 | 1 | – | – | 41 | 0 |
| T20s | 258 | 105 | 46 | 808 | 49 | 13.69 | 834 | 96.88 | 0 | 0 | 78 | 7 | 44 | 0 |
