{"id":22906,"date":"2025-12-16T19:25:13","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T13:55:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/?p=672134"},"modified":"2025-12-16T19:25:13","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T13:55:13","slug":"who-is-praful-hinge-vidarbha-pacer-sold-to-sunrisers-hyderabad-for-rs-30-lakh-in-ipl-2026-auction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/cricket\/ipl\/who-is-praful-hinge-vidarbha-pacer-sold-to-sunrisers-hyderabad-for-rs-30-lakh-in-ipl-2026-auction\/","title":{"rendered":"Who is Praful Hinge? Vidarbha pacer sold to Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 30 lakh in IPL 2026 auction"},"content":{"rendered":"

Praful Hinge<\/strong> is a 23-year-old uncapped Indian right-arm medium-fast bowler<\/strong> from Vidarbha<\/strong> who earned his maiden IPL contract after being picked by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for Rs 30 lakh<\/strong> (his base price) at the IPL 2026 mini-auction<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

After initially going unsold in the early rounds, SRH later stepped in to add the young seamer to their pace-bowling reserves, backing his domestic potential and swing-bowling ability.<\/p>\n

A swing bowler from Vidarbha\u2019s pace pipeline<\/h3>\n

Born on January 18, 2002<\/strong>, Praful Hinge is known for his ability to move the ball both in the air and off the seam<\/strong>, making him effective in helpful conditions. While he does not rely on extreme pace, his strength lies in control, discipline, and consistency\u2014qualities valued in red-ball cricket and adaptable to T20 formats.<\/p>\n

He has been part of Vidarbha\u2019s senior Ranji Trophy setup<\/strong>, gaining experience against quality domestic batters.<\/p>\n

Domestic career snapshot<\/h3>\n

Although his opportunities at the highest domestic level have been limited so far, Hinge has delivered encouraging performances when given chances.<\/p>\n

First-class cricket (Ranji Trophy):<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Matches: 9<\/li>\n
  • Wickets: 26<\/li>\n
  • Bowling average: 24.84<\/li>\n
  • Best figures: 4\/60<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    List A cricket:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Matches: 1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      T20s:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Matches: 1<\/li>\n
      • Wickets: 1<\/li>\n
      • Best figures: 1\/23<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        These numbers underline him as a bowler still in the development phase<\/strong>, but one who has shown the ability to take wickets at a steady rate.<\/p>\n

        IPL 2026 auction journey<\/h3>\n

        Praful Hinge entered the IPL 2026 mini-auction with a base price of Rs 30 lakh<\/strong>. Despite being one of eight Vidarbha players shortlisted<\/strong>, he did not receive bids initially. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad later secured him at base price, viewing him as a depth addition<\/strong> to their Indian fast-bowling unit.<\/p>\n

        Why Sunrisers Hyderabad went for him<\/h3>\n

        SRH\u2019s decision to sign Hinge reflects a low-risk, developmental strategy<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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        • Indian pace depth at minimal cost<\/li>\n
        • Swing-bowling option for varied conditions<\/li>\n
        • Player who can be groomed within a strong bowling setup<\/li>\n
        • Potential red-ball-to-white-ball transition candidate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          At Rs 30 lakh, the franchise has little downside while retaining upside if Hinge progresses.<\/p>\n

          What lies ahead<\/h3>\n

          Praful Hinge is unlikely to be an immediate starter in IPL 2026, but his inclusion gives him access to elite coaching, fitness resources, and exposure to international bowlers. For a young pacer still establishing himself domestically, an IPL contract is a significant step forward.<\/p>\n

          For Sunrisers Hyderabad, Praful Hinge represents future depth rather than instant impact<\/strong>\u2014a calculated bet on a Vidarbha pacer still early in his growth curve.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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