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Mohit Sharma Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 29, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth18 September 1988

Age36 Years (as of 2024)

BirthplaceBallabhgarh, Faridabad, Haryana

ProfessionCricketer (Medium Fast Bowler)

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseShweta Sharma

FamilyFather - Mahipal Sharma; Mother - Sunita Sharma

Mohit Sharma Biography

Mohit Mahipal Sharma is an Indian medium-fast bowler from Ballabhgarh, Haryana, known for his performances in domestic cricket and the IPL, including a Man

Early life and background

Mohit Mahipal Sharma was born on 18 September 1988 in Ballabhgarh, Faridabad, Haryana. He grew up in his hometown and attended Aggarwal Public School in Ballabhgarh. He learned bowling at the Faridabad Academy, where he continues to visit and train alongside other trainees.

Physical profile and personal details

Sharma is approximately 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) tall and weighs around 68 kg (150 lbs). His reported body measurements include a 38-inch chest, 32-inch waist, and 13-inch biceps. He has black hair and black eyes. Sharma follows Hinduism and lists hobbies such as watching football. He is married to Shweta Sharma and is described as grounded and polite, remaining connected to the academy where he developed as a cricketer.

Career

Mohit Sharma is a medium-fast bowler who has represented multiple teams across domestic and franchise cricket. His domestic and state affiliations include Haryana, Delhi, India A, North Zone, and other representative sides. In franchise cricket he has played for Chennai Super Kings, Kings XI Punjab, and Gujarat Titans; he has also been involved with County Cricket and the Indians in various competitions.

A key turning point in Mohit’s career came during the 2012–13 Ranji Trophy season, when he took 37 wickets in eight matches at an average of 23.24. That performance helped raise his profile and paved the way for higher honours.

Internationally, Mohit made his One Day International debut for India on 1 August 2013 against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, where he took 2 for 26 and was named Man of the Match. He made his Twenty20 international debut on 30 March 2014 against Australia in Dhaka. He has not made a Test debut.

In the Indian Premier League, Mohit made a notable impact early in his career. On his IPL debut for Chennai Super Kings in 2013 he finished as the second-highest wicket-taker of that tournament with 20 wickets. In the 2014 season (IPL 7) he won the Purple Cap by taking 23 wickets. After a period without an IPL contract in 2021 and 2022, he returned to the league with Gujarat Titans in 2023. In the 26th season of the IPL he moved into third place on the leading wicket-takers list with 24 dismissals from 13 matches at an average of 13.54.

Mohit has worn jersey number 6 for India and number 18 in IPL and county cricket. He has worked with coach Ian Pont and is known on the field for a calm temperament. He has said he likes to play against Pakistan and favors the slower delivery as a go-to ball. Among bowlers and batsmen he admires are Glenn McGrath, Dale Steyn, Sachin Tendulkar and Mahendra Singh Dhoni.

Notable records and setbacks

Mohit is recorded as the last bowler to dismiss Sachin Tendulkar in a domestic first-class match at Lahli in October 2013. He also faced a significant setback in 2008 when a back injury kept him out of the game for a year.

Public profile

Mohit’s personal tastes include kadhi chawal and bhindi among foods, and he lists actors Aamir Khan and Sylvester Stallone and actress Deepika Padukone as favourites. He is a big fan of Lionel Messi. Reports describe him as a player who remains connected to his roots, continuing to live in the same house and visiting the academy where he trained.

The profile also notes an allegation related to a financial matter: a report stated that in January 2025 Mohit had been linked to an investment in a chit fund scheme; that report said Gujarat Police CID had taken over the case and was to summon him for questioning.

Latest updates

As of information in this profile, Mohit restarted his IPL career with Gujarat Titans in 2023 after two seasons without an IPL contract. He achieved strong wicket-taking form in the 26th IPL season, finishing with 24 dismissals from 13 matches at an average of 13.54. His age is listed as 36 years as of 2024.
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Recent Work

Gujarat Titans (IPL)

Returned to the IPL in 2023 and finished the 26th season with 24 wickets from 13 matches.

2023
Chennai Super Kings (IPL)

Made IPL debut in 2013 and finished the tournament as the second-highest wicket-taker with 20 wickets; won the Purple Cap in 2014 with 23 wickets.

2013-2014
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Career Highlights

  1. Took 37 wickets in 8 matches in the 2012–13 Ranji season (average 23.24)
  2. Man of the Match on ODI debut for India vs Zimbabwe (1 August 2013)
  3. Purple Cap winner in IPL 7 (2014) with 23 wickets
  4. Second-highest wicket-taker in IPL 2013 with 20 wickets
  5. Last bowler to dismiss Sachin Tendulkar in a domestic first-class match (October 2013)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mohit Sharma born?

18 September 1988

What is Mohit Sharma known for?

Cricketer (Medium Fast Bowler)

What is Mohit Sharma’s marital status?

Married

Who is Mohit Sharma married to?

Shweta Sharma