Jitesh Sharma
IndiaathleteMaleb. 19937.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Jitesh Sharma is an Indian cricketer who plays as a wicketkeeper-batter for the Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He gained attention for his energetic batting style and has been a rising star in Indian domestic cricket. Recently, he was in the news when the stadium DJ at MA Chidambaram Stadium played the viral song 'Dosa, Idli, Sambar, Chutney' in a light-hearted moment as he walked off the field after being dismissed during a match against Chennai Super Kings.
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Jitesh Sharma partnered with Virat Kohli to see the team through to victory.
Indian Premier League final: Virat Kohli powers Bengaluru to back-to-back IPL titles
New Zealand· 2026-06-01
Jitesh Sharma was mentioned as a teammate who contributed to the team's success in the IPL.
Virat Kohli: 'We asked ourselves a question last year ... ': Virat Kohli's special post after RCB's IPL 2026 triumph | Cricket NewsIndia· 2026-06-01
Jitesh Sharma was replaced by Rinku Singh in the T20 World Cup squad.
'Shubman Gill’s exit was inevitable': R Ashwin drops blunt truth on T20 World Cup snub | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-21
Jitesh is now in line to start at the World Cup unless his form dips drastically.
End of road for Sanju Samson? Why Shubman Gill's return in T20Is tilts wicketkeeper debate in Jitesh Sharma’s favour | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-10
Late contributions from Shivam Dube and Jitesh Sharma added valuable runs.
Hardik Pandya powers India to 101-run rout, South Africa bowled out for lowest T20I score ever | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-09
Jitesh Sharma is pushing for a spot in the middle order and replaced Samson in the last T20I against Australia.
Shocking! 'We gave Sanju opportunities': Samson to get dropped from the playing XI again? | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-08
Irfan Pathan mentioned Jitesh Sharma as an option for the lower-middle order in the upcoming World Cup.
'Now or never for Shubman Gill': Former India all-rounder fires warning ahead of T20Is | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-08
Captain Jitesh Sharma took strike in the Super Over but fell first ball attempting a reverse lap.
Asia Cup Rising Stars: Why did Vaibhav Suryavanshi not come out to bat in Super Over defeat to Bangladesh? | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-21
Jitesh Sharma was bowled out by Ripon during the super over.
সুপার ওভারে ‘সুপার রিপন’, ভারতকে হারিয়ে ফাইনালে বাংলাদেশ
Bangladesh· 2025-11-21
Skipper Jitesh Sharma applied the finishing touch to the innings.
Asia Cup Rising Stars: Rare failure for Vaibhav Suryavanshi, but Harsh Dubey steers India 'A' into semis | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-18
His assault powered India A to a massive 297/4 in their 20 overs, with captain Jitesh Sharma contributing a blistering 83 off 32 balls.
15 sixes and 32-ball century! Vaibhav Suryavanshi shatters Rohit Sharma's long-standing record | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-15
Jitesh Sharma scored 83 runs for India 'A' team.
৩২ বলে সেঞ্চুরি করলেন সূর্যবংশী, ১৫ ছক্কায় ১৪৪Bangladesh· 2025-11-14
Jitesh Sharma contributed to India's win with an unbeaten score in the third ODI against South Africa.
Suryakumar Yadav sends open plea to AB de Villiers: 'Please help me!' | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-06
Jitesh Sharma is the captain and wicketkeeper of the India A squad.
4 sixes, 9 fours, 93 runs! Vaibhav Suryavanshi's explosive reply to India A call-up | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-04
Jitesh Sharma joined his teammates in mocking an opponent's celebration after the final.
Asia Cup 2025 final: Trophy drama, Virat Kohli chants, and post-match chaos – full timeline | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-09-29
Jitesh Sharma made his India debut at the Hangzhou Asian Games and played a pivotal role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's title-winning season.
Jitesh Sharma Exclusive: A small-town boy, who keeps and is blooming in the finisher's role | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-09-02
Jitesh Sharma is the wicketkeeper-batter in the Asia Cup 2025 squad.
بھارت نے ایشیا کپ کیلئے اسکواڈ کا اعلان کردیا
Pakistan· 2025-08-20
Jitesh Sharma is also a potential inclusion in the Asia Cup squad as the team management looks for experienced players.
بھارتی کرکٹ بوڑڈ نے شبمن گِل کو ناتجربہ کار کھلاڑی قرار دے کر ایشیا کپ اسکواڈ سے باہر کردیاPakistan· 2025-08-18
Jitesh Sharma's quick innings was crucial in the final stages of the match, showcasing his batting skills.
Kohli and Royal Challengers Bangalore are finally IPL champions
Guyana· 2025-06-04
Jitesh Sharma scored 24 runs off 10 balls in a late push for Punjab.
West Indies all-rounder Shepherd helps RCB clinch maiden IPL title | Sports
Jamaica· 2025-06-04
The much-needed impetus came from Jitesh Sharma whose two sixes off Kyle Jamieson turned the tide in RCB’s favour.
IPL 2025: Virat Kohli end his 18-year wait, courtesy Krunal Pandya, Rajat Patidar, Liam Livingstone and Jitesh Sharma | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-06-03
Jitesh Sharma contributed to RCB's total with a score of 24 off 10 balls.
IPL 2025 Final: The word 'intent' was missing from Virat Kohli's knock | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-06-03
Jitesh Sharma was ready to review but Shreyas Iyer walked after acknowledging the edge.
Virat Kohli's 'iconic jump' goes viral after Shreyas Iyer falls for 1 in IPL Final | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-06-03The trio of Liam Livingstone, wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma and allrounder Romario Shepherd provide the fireworks down the order.
IPL 2025 final, RCB vs PBKS: A new champion will be crowned today | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-06-03
Jitesh’s knock in Lucknow was pivotal for RCB's momentum.
How history now favours RCB: Qualifier 1 winners have dominated IPL finals | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-05-30Jitesh Sharma had taken over the captaincy of RCB and scored an unbeaten 85 in a crucial match.
Why is Jitesh Sharma not leading RCB in Qualifier 1 vs Punjab Kings? | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-05-29Jitesh Sharma’s 85 not out off 33 balls helped Royal Challengers Bangalore pull off the third-highest successful chase in IPL history.
Jitesh 85* trumps Pant 118* as Royal Challengers Bangalore make Qualifier 1Guyana· 2025-05-28
Jitesh Sharma scored 85 runs off 33 balls, helping his team.
आईपीएल : लखनउलाई हराएर आरसीबी क्वालिफायर १ मा- खेलकुद
Nepal· 2025-05-28
Jitesh Sharma was allowed to continue playing after Rishabh Pant withdrew the appeal against him.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Lucknow Super Giants, to face Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-05-27
Jitesh Sharma played an incredible innings, scoring 85 runs off 33 balls.
জীতেশ ঝড়ে ২২৮ রান তাড়া করে জিতে কোয়ালিফায়ারে বেঙ্গালুরু, বৃথা গেল পন্তের সেঞ্চুরিBangladesh· 2025-05-27