Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 02/03/2001 |
| Age | 25 years |
| Birthplace | Perinthalmanna, Malappuram, Kerala, India |
Latest News about Vignesh Puthur
15/11/2025
Mumbai Indians released Vignesh Puthur ahead of the 2026 IPL season. He was later picked up by Rajasthan Royals in the 2026 auction for the same fee of INR 30 lakh, ensuring he remained in the league for the following season.
23/03/2025
Vignesh Puthur made a standout IPL debut for Mumbai Indians against Chennai Super Kings, taking 3 wickets for 32 runs in his first match. He dismissed Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, and Deepak Hooda, which immediately brought him into the spotlight as one of MI's most promising scouting finds.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Coach/Mentor | Vijayan, Rashid Khan, Lasith Malinga | ||||||
| Batting Style | Right-handed | ||||||
| Bowling Style | Left-arm Chinaman (Wrist Spin) | ||||||
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) | ||||||
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| Weight | 65 Kg (143 lbs) | ||||||
| Eye Color | Black | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black | ||||||
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Educational Qualification(s)
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| Educational Qualification | MA in Literature |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Ethnicity | Malayali |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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| Piercing | In both ears |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Sunil Kumar P (Auto driver) |
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| Mother | K.P. Bindhu (Homemaker) |
Career
| Overview | Vignesh began his cricket journey at a young age, engaging in neighborhood games. Initially, he experimented with medium pace and spin bowling until a local cricketer, Mohammed Sherif, guided him to shift to leg spin. He honed his skills at the Malappuram District Cricket Academy from the age of 14 under coach Vijayan. His talent flourished as he competed in various leagues, eventually drawing the attention of the Mumbai Indians scouts after impressing in the Kerala Premier League. In the IPL auction for 2025, Vignesh was acquired by MI for Rs 30 lakhs after multiple trials. Before the IPL season, he trained with MI Cape Town in the SA20 2025, working closely with Rashid Khan and Lasith Malinga. He made his IPL debut on March 23, 2025, against Chennai Super Kings, taking 3 wickets for 32 runs in his first match, dismissing Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, and Deepak Hooda. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/vigneshputhur/ | |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. From a tender age, Vignesh displayed a passion for cricket, often playing with local kids. | |
| 2. He made a significant transition from medium pace to leg spin on the recommendation of Mohammed Sherif. | |
| 3. Vignesh had no prior knowledge of the chinaman bowling technique but learned the fundamentals at the Malappuram District Cricket Academy. | |
| 4. His performance in the Kerala College Premier T20 league for Jolly Rovers opened up more opportunities. | |
| 5. During the KPL season in 2024, he impressed scouts with 2 wickets in 3 matches while playing for Alleppey Ripples. | |
| 6. Despite initial nerves during his trials with MI, he ultimately garnered interest from coach Mahela Jayawardene. | |
| 7. In a moment of disbelief, he missed the auction announcement believing he wouldn't get selected, only to find out later from a friend. | |
| 8. Inspired by Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav, he developed a distinct bowling style. | |
| 9. Vignesh is also known for his love of animals, particularly dogs and cats. | |
| 10. He has never represented Kerala at the senior state level, making his IPL debut his first major professional platform. |