Ramandeep Singh has been selected for the Indian T20 cricket team and will join the squad for the third and final match against South Africa. All-rounder Hardik Pandya handed Singh his first Indian cap. Ramandeep’s impressive recent performances in first-class cricket, particularly in the ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup for India A, have earned him this opportunity. He showcased his talent by scoring 64 runs off 34 balls in the semi-final match against Afghanistan during the Emerging Teams Asia Cup.
Ramandeep Singh, a 27-year-old cricketer from Punjab, India, has played in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for both the Mumbai Indians and the Kolkata Knight Riders. The Kolkata Knight Riders have confirmed they will retain him for the 2025 IPL season.
In the 2024 IPL season, Ramandeep featured in nine matches for Kolkata Knight Riders. He faced 62 deliveries and accumulated 125 runs with an impressive strike rate of 201.61. Additionally, he bowled four balls during the season. Singh has been selected to replace Avesh Khan on the Indian national team.
Ramandeep’s recent participation in the Emerging Teams Asia Cup with India A saw him play in four matches, where he scored a total of 94 runs and took three wickets. Notably, he delivered a quick 66-run performance against Afghanistan in the semi-final. He also contributed 13 runs against Oman and 17 runs against Shaheen and did not bat in the match against the United Arab Emirates. As a bowler, he claimed three wickets over three innings.