Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | New Zealander |
| Date of Birth | 05/09/2002 |
| Age | 23 years |
| Birthplace | Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India |
Latest News about Adithya Ashok
11/01/2026
Adithya Ashok was named in the New Zealand XI for the first ODI against India in Vadodara on January 11, 2026, marking his return to international cricket after recovering from a back injury. The Indian-origin leg-spinner, considered a potential successor to Ish Sodhi, was set to bowl against stars like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the three-match series.
01/01/2026
Ashok earned his maiden New Zealand central contract for the 2025-26 season, recognizing his consistent performances as a leg-spinner for the Auckland Aces and his contributions to the national team. This milestone solidified his position as a key player in New Zealand's spin bowling department.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Adi Ashok |
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| Nickname | Adi |
| Known for | Representing New Zealand internationally in limited-overs cricket |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Mount Albert Grammar School, Auckland |
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| College/ University | University of Auckland |
| Educational Qualification | Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Exercise Science (as of January 2026) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Ethnicity | Asian (South Indian) |
| Tattoo | A film punchline in Tamil 'En vazhi thani vazhi' on his right arm |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affair/Girlfriend | Ellie Toogood (former cricketer) |
Family
| Father | Ashok Dinakaran (cricketer-turned-radiographer at Starship Children's Hospital) |
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| Mother | Uma Sethuraman (nurse at city hospital) |
Career
| International Debut |
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| Domestic/State Team | Auckland Aces | ||||
| Jersey Number | # 1 (Auckland Ace) | ||||
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| Batting Style | Right-hand Bat | ||||
| Bowling Style | Right-arm leg-break and googly | ||||
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Favourites
| Favourite Actor | Rajinikanth |
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Style Quotient
| Known For | His tattoo reflecting a famous dialogue from Tamil cinema and unique bowling style |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/adishok5/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and moved to New Zealand at the age of four, starting his cricket journey. | |
| 2. Studied at Mount Albert Grammar School, famed for producing New Zealand cricketers. | |
| 3. Honoured with the 'Best Under 19 Cricket Player Award' in 2019 in Auckland. | |
| 4. Participated in the 2020 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, gaining international youth exposure. | |
| 5. Enjoys playing golf alongside cricket. | |
| 6. An avid dog lover and bilingual in Tamil and English. | |
| 7. Maintains a close relationship with grandparents, visiting India yearly. | |
| 8. Tattoo 'En vazhi thani vazhi' from Rajinikanth's Padayappa is a tribute to his late grandfather. | |
| 9. Born in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, and moved to New Zealand at the age of four, starting his cricket journey. |