Akshar Rajeshbhai Patel, born on January 20, 1994, is an Indian international cricketer renowned for his role as a bowling all-rounder. He represents the Indian cricket team in all formats and plays for Gujarat in domestic cricket and for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Patel is known for his slow left-arm orthodox bowling and left-handed batting. Here’s a summary of his career:

Career Highlights:

• Patel made his One Day International (ODI) debut on June 15, 2014, against Bangladesh.
• He was part of India’s squad for the 2015 Cricket World Cup.
• Patel made his Test debut for India against England on February 13, 2021, where he took 7 wickets, becoming the ninth Indian bowler to take a five-wicket haul on debut in Test cricket.
• He is known for his consistent wicket-taking ability in Test cricket.

Domestic Career:

• Patel had a successful domestic career representing Gujarat.
• He impressed in various domestic tournaments, showcasing his skills as a bowling all-rounder.
• Patel gained recognition in the Indian Premier League (IPL), playing for teams like Mumbai Indians, Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), and Delhi Capitals.

IPL Career:

• Patel made his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians in 2013.
• He was subsequently picked up by Kings XI Punjab in 2014 and delivered an impressive season with 17 wickets.
• Patel’s performance in IPL matches earned him recognition and he continued to play for Kings XI Punjab.
• In December 2018, he was signed by the Delhi Capitals, where he remains a significant player.

International Career:

• Patel made his Twenty20 International (T20I) debut for India against Zimbabwe on July 17, 2015.
• He was named as a stand-by player for India’s squad in the 2019 Cricket World Cup.
• Patel’s notable international achievements include his performance in the 2021 Test series against England, where he took 27 wickets in 3 matches at an average of 10.59.
• He was named in India’s squad for the 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and later replaced by Shardul Thakur.