Jitesh Sharma Biography: Age, Height, Stats, Net Worth, Family

Who is Jitesh Sharma?

Jitesh Sharma is an Indian cricketer who represents Vidarbha in domestic cricket and plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League 2026.

He is a right-hand batsman and wicket keeper known for his finishing abilities and attacking approach as middle-order batsman.

Jitesh Sharma is among India’s capable finishers and wicket keeper batsmen, having scored 537 runs in 2012-13 Cooch Behar Trophy and becoming utility player who can play selfless knocks during middle overs.

Early Life and Background

He was Born on October 22, 1993, in Amravati, Maharashtra, his birth place is Amravati. His hometown is also Amravati, Maharashtra.

Jitesh’s background involved middle-class environment. Parents include Mohan Sharma, father who hails from Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, and mother Ashima Sharma who supported his cricket journey.

His younger brother named Nitesh Sharma. Guardians provided constant support despite financial constraints.

Regarding his relationships, there is no public information available. Currently appears focused on cricket career.

There’s no wife as he’s unmarried. His gf status remains unknown. Cast is Hindu, and house is in Amravati.

Jitesh Sharma Biography

Details	Information
Full Name	Jitesh Mohan Sharma
Occupation	Wicketkeeper Batter
Place	Amravati, Maharashtra
Hometown	Amravati, Maharashtra
Date of Birth (Birthday)	October 22, 1993
Age	32 years
Height	5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Weight	66 Kgs.
Father	Mohan Sharma
Mother	Ashima Sharma
Brother	Nitesh Sharma
Sisters	None
Cast	Hindu
Wife	None
Gf	Not Known
House	Amravati, Maharashtra
IPL Team	Royal Challengers Bengaluru
IPL Price 2026	₹11 crore
Net Worth	Estimated ₹20-25 crore

Professional Cricket Career

Jitesh’s career start came when he joined school cricket team to miss classes, later continuing sport to get 4% grace marks in army test as he dreamt of joining armed forces.

First Class first match came on October 1, 2015, for Vidarbha against Odisha at Nagpur. In 18 matches, scored 661 runs with 4 fifties and high score of 69 at average of 24.48.

List-A first match came on February 27, 2014, against Rajasthan in Vijay Hazare Trophy. In 61 matches, scored 1,625 runs with 2 centuries and top score of 107 at average of 31.25.

T20 career started on March 31, 2014, for Vidarbha against UP at Nagpur. In 158 T20 matches, scored 3,163 runs with 1 century and biggest Score in T20 of 106 at strike rate of 153.99.

Made T20I first match on October 3, 2023, against Nepal at Hangzhou. In 16 T20I matches, scored 162 runs with Top score of 35 at strike rate of 151.40.

Test and ODI careers not started yet. Broke into Vidarbha senior side in 2013-14 season after scoring 537 runs with 2 centuries in 2012-13 Cooch Behar Trophy.

Recent news includes his whopping ₹11 crore price tag at IPL 2025 auction and being left out of India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad despite strong domestic performances.

IPL Career

His Indian Premier League journey began in 2016 when Mumbai Indians bought him for ₹10 lakh. Was part of MI’s 2017 title-winning team but didn’t play any match. Released post-season.

In February 2022, Punjab Kings signed him for ₹20 lakh. Made debut on April 3, 2022, against Chennai Super Kings, scoring 26 off 17 balls with 3 sixes including hitting Moeen Ali.

Scored 234 runs at strike rate of 163.64 in 2022 season, followed by 309 runs at 156.06 strike rate in 2023, earning India T20I first match as finisher.

For ipl 2026, acquired by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for massive ₹11 crore at mega auction. The ipl team 2026 sees him as top wicket keeper with international experience.

His ipl price reflects reinvention from top-order batsman to highly capable finisher who can play selfless knocks and keep wickets effectively.

Jitesh Sharma Stats

Domestic & International Stats

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
T20Is	16	12	3	162	35	18.00	107	151.40	0	0	16	7	9	2
FC	18	27	0	661	69	24.48	1208	54.71	0	4	86	10	56	5
List A	61	54	2	1625	107	31.25	1936	83.93	2	9	169	36	61	11
T20s	158	142	28	3163	106	27.74	2054	153.99	1	12	289	158	115	19

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR
T20Is	16	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
FC	18	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
List A	61	1	12	6	0	–	–	–	3.00	–
T20s	158	1	6	5	0	–	–	–	5.00	–

IPL Stats

Batting & Fielding

Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
55	47	8	991	85*	25.41	631	157.05	0	1	77	62	44	5

Bowling

Mat	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	Ave	Econ	SR
55	–	–	–	–	–	–	–

His career stats showcase solid domestic performances. Career Statics demonstrate abilities as finisher and reliable wicket keeper across formats.

Records and Achievements

Jitesh Sharma multiple achivement include:

• Third-highest run scorer in SMAT 2015-16 (343 runs)
• Scored 537 runs in 2012-13 Cooch Behar Trophy with 2 centuries
• Highest run-scorer for Vidarbha in 2018-19 Vijay Hazare Trophy (298 runs)
• Part of Mumbai Indians’ 2017 IPL title-winning squad
• India T20I debut in 2023
• Total Centuries across formats: 3 (1 in T20, 2 in List A)
• Strike rate of 157.05 in IPL career
• Excellent wicket keeper with 44 catches and 5 stumpings in IPL

These records demonstrate his journey from top-order batsman to effective finisher.

Playing Style

Jitesh Sharma is 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) with athletic build. As batsman, known for attacking approach and ability to play variety of strokes like idol AB de Villiers.

Idol Rohit Sharma advised him to focus on using bowler’s speed and trust timing over power. Reliable wicket keeper behind stumps with safe catches. Can play selfless knocks during middle overs.

Jitesh Sharma Net Worth

Net worth is estimated at ₹20-25 crore (2026). Income sources include:

• Indian Premier League salary: ₹11 crore from RCB (2025-26)
• Previous IPL contracts from MI and PBKS
• Vidarbha domestic cricket earnings
• India T20I match fees
• Brand endorsements including My Proteinin sports nutrition

The net worth reflects massive jump in valuation through IPL auction and consistent domestic performances as utility player.

Family, Personal Life & Relationships

Gurdian Mohan Sharma from Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, never questioned his cricket choices. Mother Ashima Sharma provided emotional support throughout journey. Family lived in middle-class conditions in Amravati.

Younger brother Nitesh Sharma remains supportive. Father particularly encouraged cricket development despite financial limitations.

Attended Golden Kids English High School. Completed graduation. Revealed in interview that he didn’t have personal coach, developing skills through self-practice.

Hobbies include travelling, adventure sports, and playing golf. Fluent in Hindi, Marathi, and English. Regular gym visitor, particular about fitness. Has several tattoos including star, tortoise, trishul, and designs on various body parts.

Suffered depression after being excluded from Vidarbha’s Ranji Trophy but bounced back strongly. Huge fan of Rohit Sharma’s batting style.

Team India Prospects

Represents India in T20I format since 2023. Dates Joined progression shows growth: Vidarbha senior team (2013), Mumbai Indians (2016), Punjab Kings (2022), India Squad Dates Joined (2023), RCB (2025).

Left out of T20 World Cup 2026 squad despite strong performances but remains contender for future limited-overs opportunities.

Social Media Profile

Platform	Handle
Instagram	@jiteshsharma_
X (Twitter)	@jiteshsharma_
Facebook	Jitesh Sharma

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