As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 unfolds, one of the most talked-about uncapped Indian players is Robin Minz, a powerful left-handed wicketkeeper-batter from Jharkhand, known for his explosive hitting and raw batting talent.
Robin Minz was signed by Mumbai Indians (MI) for Rs 65 lakh in the IPL 2025 auction, beating out competition from Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Despite having played fewer than ten professional T20 matches, the 21-year-old has already caught the attention of top scouts with his natural power-hitting abilities and flair reminiscent of legends like Chris Gayle and MS Dhoni. In fact, Minz has earned nicknames like “Jharkhand’s Chris Gayle” and “the next Dhoni” due to his aggressive stroke play and finishing instincts.
His journey to the IPL wasn’t smooth. In 2024, Minz missed a possible IPL debut after a motorcycle accident kept him out of action. However, his determination saw him make a strong return, impressing the MI management during their development camps in the UK and during the DY Patil T20 tournament in Mumbai.
Minz is particularly admired for his ability to generate high bat speed, play big shots with ease, and even execute the helicopter shot, a move famously associated with MS Dhoni. Now with MI, a franchise known for unearthing hidden gems, Robin Minz is set to make his mark as a hard-hitting lower-order batter and a reliable glove-man behind the stumps.
As Mumbai Indians take on Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk in their season opener, fans await the debut of this exciting young talent, who could well be MI’s breakout star of the tournament.
