Who Is Anshul Kamboj? Meet India’s Latest Test Debutant, Cap No. 318, in IND vs ENG 4th Test

Manchester (England) July 23: Team India handed a Test debut to fast bowler Anshul Kamboj during the fourth Test match against England at Old Trafford, Manchester. The 24-year-old was awarded Cap No. 318 by former India cricketer Deep Dasgupta, marking his official entry into the elite group of Indian Test cricketers. India lost the Toss against England, so India will be batting first now.

Anshul Kamboj makes Test Debut for India

Anshul Kamboj was not part of the original Test squad, but injuries to key bowlers opened the door for his inclusion. He replaced Akash Deep, who was ruled out due to an injury sustained during the Lord’s Test. Arshdeep Singh also picked up a niggle during practice, further weakening India’s pace battery. With limited options available, the Indian team turned to Anshul Kamboj, a rising fast-bowling talent from Haryana known for his pace and swing.

Early Life and Cricketing Journey

Anshul Kamboj is a Right-arm medium fast bowler who comws from Karnal, Haryana. He is cureentyl 24 years old. Anshul Kamboj’s cricketing journey began in Haryana, where he gradually rose through the domestic ranks. He first made headlines in 2019, when he represented India U-19 in two Youth Test matches against South Africa. His performance showed promise, but it wasn’t until 2023 that he truly came into the spotlight.

Domestic Career 

Kamboj had a memorable run in the 2023–24 Vijay Hazare Trophy, picking up 17 wickets in 10 matches, showcasing his consistency and ability to strike in pressure situations. However, the moment that put him firmly on the map came during the Ranji Trophy 2023–24, where he created history by taking all 10 wickets in an innings in a match between Haryana and Kerala at the Chaudhry Bansi Lal Cricket Stadium, Lahli. He became the first bowler in 39 years to achieve this rare feat in Indian domestic cricket.

India A Performances and IPL Career

Following his domestic success, Kamboj was selected for India A, where he featured in two three-day matches and bagged five wickets, further strengthening his case for national selection. In the IPL, Kamboj’s journey has been equally eventful:

2023: Part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad

2024: Bought by Mumbai Indians for ₹20 lakh, made his debut on May 6 against Sunrisers Hyderabad and took 2 wickets in 3 games

2025: Joined Chennai Super Kings, played 8 matches and picked up 8 wickets with an economy rate of 8.00

What Makes Anshul Kamboj Special?

Anshul Kamboj’s strength lies in his accuracy, control, and movement off the seam, especially in red-ball conditions. His tall frame and aggressive bowling action make him a handy addition to India’s pace attack, particularly when playing in seam-friendly conditions. The Manchester pitch for the 4th Test is known to assist pacers, making it an ideal setting for Kamboj to showcase his skills on the international stage.