Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/10/1993 |
| Age | 32 years |
| Birthplace | Amravati, Maharashtra |
Latest News about Jitesh Sharma
Royal Challengers Bengaluru acquired Jitesh Sharma for ₹11 crore during the 2025 IPL mega auction after his release by Punjab Kings. He justified the investment by scoring 261 runs in 15 matches at a strike rate of 176.35, including an unbeaten 85 off 33 balls against Lucknow Super Giants that helped secure a playoff spot.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru officially retained Jitesh Sharma ahead of the 2026 IPL season, recognizing his instrumental contributions to their 2025 championship win. The wicketkeeper-batter had been acquired for a record ₹11 crore in the mega auction and delivered with explosive batting and reliable glovework throughout the triumphant campaign.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL championship in 2025, defeating Punjab Kings in the final in Ahmedabad. Jitesh Sharma played a vital role in the campaign, scoring 261 runs across 11 innings with an average of 37.28 and contributing a crucial 24 off 10 balls in the final match.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Jitesh Mohan Sharma |
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| Nickname | Jittu |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Role | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Golden Kids English High School |
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| Graduation | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Mohan Sharma |
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| Mother | Ashima Sharma |
| Siblings | Nitesh Sharma |
Career
| International Debut | T20I - 3 October 2023 against Nepal |
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| Coach/Mentor | No personal coach |
| IPL Debut | 2022 |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jitesh Sharma is a talented Indian wicketkeeper representing Vidarbha in domestic cricket. | |
| 2. He earned a spot in the Indian T20 International squad for the T20 series against Sri Lanka in January 2023. | |
| 3. Jitesh stepped in for Sanju Samson who was injured during the first match of the series. | |
| 4. Raised in Amravati, Maharashtra, Jitesh hails from a middle-class background. | |
| 5. Initially, he joined his school's cricket team to gain extra marks in army tests. | |
| 6. Jitesh made his List A debut during the 2013-14 Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Rajasthan. | |
| 7. His impressive performances for Vidarbha led to him being noticed by the IPL team Mumbai Indians in 2016. | |
| 8. Although not playing, Jitesh was part of the Mumbai Indians' IPL season 10 victory in 2017. | |
| 9. In February 2022, Punjab Kings signed Jitesh for the IPL. | |
| 10. During his free time, Jitesh enjoys traveling, engaging in adventure sports, and playing golf. | |
| 11. A big admirer of Rohit Sharma's batting, Jitesh considers AB de Villiers as his idol. | |
| 12. Jitesh visualized winning the IPL trophy with Virat Kohli and Dinesh Karthik before the 2025 season began, and this dream materialized when RCB won their first IPL championship. | |
| 13. He scored a crucial 24 off 10 balls in the IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings, playing a decisive role in RCB's victory. |