{"id":22892,"date":"2025-12-16T17:21:31","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T11:51:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/?p=672012"},"modified":"2025-12-16T17:21:31","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T11:51:31","slug":"who-is-tejasvi-singh-uncapped-wicketkeeper-batter-sold-to-kkr-for-rs-3-crore-at-ipl-2026-auction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/cricket\/ipl\/who-is-tejasvi-singh-uncapped-wicketkeeper-batter-sold-to-kkr-for-rs-3-crore-at-ipl-2026-auction\/","title":{"rendered":"Who is Tejasvi Singh? Uncapped wicketkeeper-batter sold to KKR for Rs 3 crore at IPL 2026 auction"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tejasvi Singh, also known as Tejasvi Dahiya<\/strong> in domestic cricket, is a 23-year-old uncapped Indian wicketkeeper-batter from Delhi<\/strong> who earned his maiden IPL contract after being bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for Rs 3 crore<\/strong> at the IPL 2026 mini-auction<\/strong>. He entered the auction with a base price of Rs 30 lakh<\/strong>, and KKR\u2019s bid underlined their belief in his explosive batting potential.<\/p>\n

A rising finisher from Delhi cricket<\/h3>\n

Representing the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA)<\/strong>, Tejasvi has built a reputation as a fearless middle-order batter<\/strong> capable of changing games rapidly. His aggressive strokeplay and ability to clear the ropes consistently have earned him the nickname \u201cDelhi ka de Villiers\u201d<\/strong>, a reference to his unorthodox shot-making and power-hitting in pressure situations.<\/p>\n

Alongside his batting, Tejasvi is a competent wicketkeeper<\/strong>, making him a valuable dual-skill option in T20 cricket\u2014especially for franchises looking to strengthen their Indian core.<\/p>\n

Domestic performances that caught IPL attention<\/h3>\n

Tejasvi first grabbed national attention with a stunning List A debut in the Vijay Hazare Trophy<\/strong>, where he smashed 114 off 78 balls at No. 5 against Tripura<\/strong>. The innings showcased his ability to counter both pace and spin while batting in the middle order.<\/p>\n

He further elevated his profile during the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025<\/strong>, playing for South Delhi Superstarz<\/strong>. In just 10 matches<\/strong>, Tejasvi scored 339 runs at an average of 48.43<\/strong> and an astonishing strike rate of 190.45<\/strong>, while hammering 29 sixes<\/strong>. His consistency and six-hitting ability made him one of the standout performers of the tournament.<\/p>\n

IPL 2026 auction journey<\/h3>\n

Tejasvi entered the IPL 2026 mini-auction<\/strong> as one of the more exciting uncapped wicketkeeper-batters in the pool. While several franchises monitored his progress, Kolkata Knight Riders moved decisively<\/strong>, securing him for Rs 3 crore<\/strong> and adding another explosive Indian batter to their squad.<\/p>\n

The signing aligns with KKR\u2019s recent focus on backing young Indian power-hitters<\/strong> who can slot into flexible batting roles.<\/p>\n

What Tejasvi brings to KKR<\/h3>\n

For KKR, Tejasvi Singh offers:<\/p>\n

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  • An uncapped Indian wicketkeeper-batter<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Proven six-hitting ability<\/strong> in T20 cricket<\/li>\n
  • Experience batting in the middle order<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • High upside at a relatively controlled price point<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    IPL 2026 will mark his first season in the league<\/strong>, and while opportunities may come gradually, Tejasvi enters the tournament with strong domestic momentum.<\/p>\n

    As the season approaches, he will be one of the young Indian wicketkeeper-batters to watch<\/strong>, carrying expectations of translating domestic fireworks into IPL impact for Kolkata Knight Riders<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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