Prasidh Krishna was born on February 19, 1996, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. He is a right-arm fast bowler who has gained recognition for his pace and ability to extract bounce from any surface. Krishna has represented the Indian national cricket team in ODIs and T20Is and has been a part of the Indian Premier League (IPL), playing for teams such as the Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals. His sharp bowling has made him one of the promising fast bowlers in Indian cricket.
Biography
Prasidh Krishna’s journey to professional cricket began in his hometown of Bangalore, where his talent was nurtured from a young age. He made his first-class debut for Karnataka in the 2015-2016 Ranji Trophy season and quickly made an impression with his speed and discipline. Krishna’s ability to bowl at high speeds consistently and his knack for taking wickets at crucial intervals caught the eye of the national selectors.
His performances in domestic cricket, including the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Indian Premier League (IPL), showcased his potential as a fast bowler. Krishna’s IPL debut came in 2018 for the Kolkata Knight Riders, where he impressed with his pace and control, establishing himself as a key player for the team.
Krishna made his international debut for India in March 2021 in an ODI against England, where he made an immediate impact by taking four wickets. His debut performance was a record for the best figures by an Indian on ODI debut, highlighting his ability to perform on the big stage.
Sporting Achievements
- International Cricket: Prasidh Krishna holds the record for the best bowling figures by an Indian on ODI debut, with four wickets against England in March 2021. He has since become a part of India’s limited-overs setup, contributing with timely wickets and showcasing his pace and skill.
- Indian Premier League (IPL): Krishna has been a vital player in the IPL, first with the Kolkata Knight Riders and then with the Rajasthan Royals. His performances in the league have been notable for his ability to bowl at the death and pick up key wickets.
- Domestic Cricket: In domestic cricket, Krishna has been a consistent performer for Karnataka, playing a crucial role in their bowling lineup across formats. His performances in the Ranji Trophy and the Vijay Hazare Trophy have contributed to his team’s successes and his rise in Indian cricket.
Prasidh Krishna’s rapid rise from domestic cricket to the international arena is a testament to his hard work, pace, and ability to adapt to different formats. With his best years ahead of him, Krishna is seen as a potential spearhead for the Indian bowling attack in the future.
Player Stats
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| Tests | 2 | 3 | 168 | 130 | 2 | 1/27 | 1/37 | 65.00 | 4.64 | 84.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODIs | 17 | 17 | 794 | 742 | 29 | 4/12 | 4/12 | 25.58 | 5.60 | 27.3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| T20Is | 5 | 5 | 120 | 220 | 8 | 3/41 | 3/41 | 27.50 | 11.00 | 15.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 15 | 27 | 2271 | 1126 | 58 | 6/35 | 10/94 | 19.41 | 2.97 | 39.1 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| List A | 67 | 67 | 3071 | 2685 | 113 | 6/33 | 6/33 | 23.76 | 5.24 | 27.1 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| T20s | 82 | 82 | 1802 | 2585 | 81 | 4/30 | 4/30 | 31.91 | 8.60 | 22.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| Tests | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0* | 0.00 | 16 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODIs | 17 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 2* | 1.00 | 17 | 11.76 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| T20Is | 5 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 15 | 20 | 10 | 71 | 25 | 7.10 | 200 | 35.50 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| List A | 67 | 23 | 18 | 30 | 9* | 6.00 | 74 | 40.54 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 18 | 0 |
| T20s | 82 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 4* | 2.50 | 29 | 34.48 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
