Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 11/11/1999 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Sonu Yadav
23/02/2025
Sonu Yadav was listed among the notable retained players in the TNPL 2025 auction cycle, with Nellai Royal Kings retaining him for Rs 16 lakh. This indicates that the franchise continued to value him as an important all-round option after his previous seasons in the league.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Ramsingh Sonu Yadav |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 11" (180 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Swamy Vivekananda Higher Sec School, Hosur, Tamil Nadu |
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Family
| Father | Ram Singh Yadav |
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| Mother | Maya Devi |
| Siblings | Brother - Sanjay Yadav (professional cricketer) |
Career
| Jersey Number | #14 (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) |
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| Domestic/State Team | Tamil Nadu |
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| Coach/Mentor | Premnath |
| Batting Style | Right hand Bat |
| Bowling Style | Right arm Medium fast |
| Debuts |
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| IPL Acquisition | Royal Challengers Bangalore bought Sonu for IPL 2023 at a price of Rs. 20 Lakhs |
| TNPL Auction | In the TNPL 2023 auction, Sonu was bought by Nellai Royal Kings for Rs. 15.2 lakhs |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/sonuyadav_11_/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/100013802330548 | |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sonu's family relocated to Tamil Nadu in 2000 when he was just 5 months old, seeking better employment opportunities. | |
| 2. He made a significant mark with his Twenty20 debut in January 2021. | |
| 3. His impressive List A debut followed just weeks later. | |
| 4. His journey in the IPL began with a noteworthy acquisition by the Royal Challengers Bangalore for a substantial sum. | |
| 5. Sonu's talent was further recognized during the TNPL auction where he achieved a significant increase in his valuation. |