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Ishan Porel (Cricketer) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 5, 2026 • 3 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth5 September 1998

BirthplaceHooghly, West Bengal, India

ProfessionCricketer (Right-arm medium Bowler)

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyFather - Chandranath Porel (Former kabaddi player); Mother - Name not known; Sisters - 2; Grandfather - Subodh Chandra Porel (former kabaddi player)

Ishan Porel (Cricketer) Biography

Ishan Chandranath Porel is an Indian right-arm medium pacer from West Bengal who emerged through the U-19 system and impressed with strong performances in

Early life and background

Ishan Chandranath Porel was born on 5 September 1998 in Hooghly, West Bengal, and grew up in Chandannagar. He comes from a sporting Bengali family: his grandfather, Subodh Chandra Porel, was a noted kabaddi player who represented India, and his father Chandranath Porel also played kabaddi at the national level. Tall from a young age, Porel began playing cricket as a batsman around age ten before a coach suggested he try bowling because of his height.

He developed his bowling foundation at the National Sporting Club in Chandannagar and later at the Utpal Chatterjee Cricket Academy in Kolkata. Porel benefited from a range of coaches and mentors during his formative years, including Bibhas Das as his main coach and additional guidance from figures such as Waqar Younis through the Cricket Association of Bengal’s Vision 2020 fast-bowler camp. He lists Dale Steyn and Brett Lee among his favourite bowlers and enjoys swimming as a hobby.

Career

Porel bowls right-arm medium and represents Bengal in domestic cricket. He first gained attention in youth international cricket, making his India Under-19 debut on 12 August 2017 against England U-19 at Hove. He wore jersey number 55 for India U-19 and finished as the second-highest wicket taker in the 2017 Under-19 Challenger Trophy. His performances in the 2018 Under-19 Challenger Trophy were a turning point: he took 13 wickets in three matches, a run of form that raised his profile significantly.

In November 2017 Porel made his first-class debut for Bengal against Vidarbha at Kalyani and took four wickets in that match. He went on to play a key role for India U-19 in the 2018 Under-19 World Cup, most notably with a four-wicket haul against Pakistan U-19 that dismantled their batting line-up in that game.

Despite his strong showings at the U-19 level and in domestic competitions, Porel went unsold at the 2018 IPL auction.

Public profile

Physically imposing at roughly 1.88 m (6'3") and around 75 kg (165 lbs), Porel combines height with pace to trouble batsmen. He has dark brown eyes and black hair, and his listed body measurements include a 40-inch chest, 32-inch waist and 12-inch biceps.

Off the field, Porel is unmarried and practices Hinduism. He is a school dropout according to available records. His immediate family includes his father Chandranath, his mother (name not publicly listed), and two sisters. Smoking is not something he is known to do.

Latest updates

Porel’s rise came through notable wicket-taking displays in U-19 competitions and early success in first-class cricket for Bengal. Mentorship from established coaches and participation in development camps such as Vision 2020 have been part of his pathway. As of the information available, his career highlights include being the second-highest wicket taker in the 2017 Under-19 Challenger Trophy, the 13 wickets in three matches in the 2018 Under-19 Challenger Trophy, and the four-wicket performance against Pakistan in the 2018 Under-19 World Cup.

He continues to be identified as a promising fast-bowling prospect from West Bengal who emerged through India’s U-19 setup and domestic pathways.

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Recent Work

India Under-19 - 2018 Under-19 World Cup (vs Pakistan U-19)

Took four wickets in a match against Pakistan U-19, a standout performance in the tournament.

2018
2018 Under-19 Challenger Trophy

Took 13 wickets in three matches, a performance cited as a career turning point.

2018
First-class debut for Bengal vs Vidarbha

Made his first-class debut in November 2017 at Kalyani and took four wickets in the match.

2017
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Career Highlights

  1. Second-highest wicket taker in the 2017 Under-19 Challenger Trophy
  2. Took 13 wickets in three matches in the 2018 Under-19 Challenger Trophy
  3. Four-wicket haul against Pakistan U-19 in the 2018 Under-19 World Cup
  4. First-class debut for Bengal in November 2017, taking four wickets
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