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Kartik Tyagi (Cricketer) Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 6, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth8 November 2000

Age20 Years (as of 2020)

BirthplaceVillage Dhanaura, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh

ProfessionCricketer (Bowler)

NationalityIndian

Marital statusUnmarried

FamilyFather - Yogendra Tyagi; Mother - Nandini

Kartik Tyagi (Cricketer) Biography

Kartik Tyagi is an Indian right-arm medium-fast bowler from Uttar Pradesh who rose rapidly through age-group cricket, featured for India at the 2020 Under-

Early life and background

Kartik Tyagi was born on 8 November 2000 in the village of Dhanaura in Hapur district, Uttar Pradesh. Raised in a family where sport played an important role, Kartik spent his school years at LN Public School in Hapur. He grew up with a strong interest in athletics and cricket, and his father, Yogendra Tyagi, played a key role in supporting his early training. Kartik’s routine as a youngster was demanding: long days that began early and often included travel to training facilities outside the village.

Career

Kartik developed as a pace bowler capable of swinging the ball both ways and executing yorkers. He progressed quickly through Uttar Pradesh’s age-group sides, earning places in the state Under-14 and Under-16 teams and breaking into the Uttar Pradesh senior side while still a teenager.

He made his first-class debut for Uttar Pradesh in the 2017–18 Ranji Trophy on 6 October 2017, and his List A debut followed on 5 February 2018 in the 2017–18 Vijay Hazare Trophy. Kartik was selected for India’s squad at the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup and finished the tournament as one of the team’s leading bowlers, taking eleven wickets across six matches.

In the Indian Premier League, Kartik entered the auction market in December 2019 when Rajasthan Royals acquired him for INR 1.3 crore for the 2020 season. He wore jersey number 9 during his time in the IPL and made his first IPL appearance on 6 October 2020 against the Mumbai Indians. In the 2024 IPL auction held in Dubai on 19 December 2023, he was bought by Gujarat Titans for Rs. 60 lakh against a base price of Rs. 20 lakh.

Playing style and influences

A right-arm medium-fast bowler who bats right-handed, Kartik is noted for his ability to move the ball in both directions and to bowl effective yorkers. He has cited Jasprit Bumrah and Mitchell Starc among his favourite cricketers, reflecting his interest in fast-bowling skills.

Public profile

Kartik has maintained an active presence around major tournaments and the IPL. He represented India at the Under-19 World Cup and has featured in domestic and franchise competitions for Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan Royals, and Gujarat Titans. His coaches and mentors during his development have included Deepak Chauhan and Bhaskar.

Personal life

Kartik is Indian by nationality and, as of the information available, unmarried. His parents are Yogendra Tyagi and Nandini. His reported height is about 6 feet (182 cm), with black hair and black eyes. Schooling is listed as LN Public School, Hapur, and his educational attainment is recorded up to the 11th standard.

Latest updates

Most recently, Kartik was purchased by Gujarat Titans at the December 2023 IPL auction for Rs. 60 lakh. He continues to be associated with domestic cricket for Uttar Pradesh and remains a young fast-bowling prospect who came to wider attention through his performances at the Under-19 World Cup and in the IPL.
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Recent Work

Indian squad at the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup

Represented India and took eleven wickets in six matches during the tournament.

2020
Rajasthan Royals (IPL)

Bought in December 2019 auction for INR 1.3 crore; made IPL debut on 6 October 2020.

2020
Gujarat Titans (IPL)

Sold to Gujarat Titans in the 2024 IPL auction for Rs. 60 lakh.

2024
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Career Highlights

  1. First-class debut for Uttar Pradesh in the 2017–18 Ranji Trophy (6 October 2017)
  2. List A debut for Uttar Pradesh in the 2017–18 Vijay Hazare Trophy (5 February 2018)
  3. Key bowler for India at the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, with eleven wickets in six matches
  4. Acquired by Rajasthan Royals in the 2019 IPL auction for INR 1.3 crore
  5. Sold to Gujarat Titans in the 2024 IPL auction for Rs. 60 lakh
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kartik Tyagi (Cricketer) born?

8 November 2000

What is Kartik Tyagi (Cricketer) known for?

Cricketer (Bowler)

What is Kartik Tyagi (Cricketer)’s marital status?

Unmarried