Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 07/11/2002 |
| Age | 23 years |
| Birthplace | Amritsar, Punjab, India |
Latest News about Salil Arora
28/03/2026
Salil Arora made his IPL debut for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of IPL 2026 on March 28 at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. SRH captain Ishan Kishan announced that the 23-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Punjab would play, marking a significant milestone after his Rs 1.5 crore auction signing.
2026
Salil Arora was signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 1.5 crore in the IPL 2026 auction. The 23-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Punjab impressed with his explosive batting form in the 2025 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he scored an unbeaten 125 runs and was the highest run-getter for Punjab in the tournament.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name/Full Name | Salil Rakesh Arora |
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| Famous for | Selection for 2026 IPL for Rs 1.5 crore by Sunrisers Hyderabad |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) | ||||||
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| Weight | 60 Kg | ||||||
| Eye Color | Black | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black | ||||||
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Educational Qualification(s)
| School | DAV International School, Amritsar |
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| College/University | DAV College, Amritsar |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Arora |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Rakesh Arora |
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| Mother | Seema Arora (Homemaker) |
Career
| Overview | Salil Arora emerged from a traditional Punjabi trading family and turned his passion for cricket into a professional career. He started his cricket journey at Gandhi Ground and played for his school before achieving greater heights in domestic and IPL cricket. |
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| International | India Under-19 (2019) |
| Indian Premier League | Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH, 2026) |
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| Batting Style | Right-handed |
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| Jersey Number | #12 (Punjab) |
| Role | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/salilarora12/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/salil.arora.714 | |
| Threads | https://www.threads.net/@salilarora12 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Salil Arora's father was a trader, reflecting his traditional upbringing. | |
| 2. His interest in cricket began at a mall in 2014, where he practiced in the nets. | |
| 3. The debut match showcased his ability to perform under pressure, contributing significantly in his first innings. | |
| 4. He faced challenges in earlier IPL selection, going unsold before achieving success in 2026. | |
| 5. Salil Arora was born in a traditional Punjabi trader family; his father was a trader | |
| 6. He first started playing at Gandhi Ground and later played for his school | |
| 7. In SRH, he plays alongside his state teammate Abhishek Sharma under Australian legend Pat Cummins' leadership | |
| 8. He was the only player signed by SRH for more than Rs 30 lakh before the second round of the accelerated auction in IPL 2026 |