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Date of birth21 May 1989
Age32 Years
BirthplaceBangalore (now Bengaluru), Karnataka
ProfessionCricketer (Wicket-keeper), Cricket Coach
NationalityIndian
Marital statusMarried
SpouseSehrish Ahmed Kirmani
FamilyFather - Syed Kirmani; Mother - Habiba Kirmani; Sisters - Nishad Fatima Kirmani and Mehnaaz Fatima Kirmani
Sadiq Kirmani Biography
Sadiq Kirmani is an Indian wicketkeeper-batter and coach from Bengaluru who has represented Karnataka in domestic cricket and played in regional T20 league
Early life and backgroundMohammed Sadiq Kirmani was born on 21 May 1989 in Bangalore (now Bengaluru), Karnataka. He grew up in Bengaluru and attended local schools including Frank Anthony Public School and St Joseph's Indian High School before going on to Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College. Sadiq is the son of former Indian wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani and was introduced to the basics of batting and wicketkeeping at an early age by his family.
He participated in several sports as a child, including tennis and hockey, and first took up wicketkeeping by chance when his school team needed someone for the role. That early exposure, combined with coaching from his father, set the foundation for his cricketing career.
Career
Sadiq Kirmani is a right-handed batsman who specializes as a wicketkeeper. He began his professional cricketing journey in 2008 and has represented Karnataka across multiple age-group levels — from Under-15 through Under-25 — as well as appearing in domestic List A matches. His List A debut came in December 2015.
On the regional T20 front, Sadiq has been a prominent performer in the Karnataka Premier League. In the 2015 KPL season he finished as the tournament’s top scorer with 341 runs and also recorded the highest number of sixes that season. He has played for several domestic teams and franchises including Karnataka and clubs such as Shivamogga Lions, Belagavi Panthers, Mysore Warriors, and Bangalore Brigadiers (Urban). He has also been active in local league cricket, where he has accumulated more than 5,000 runs over time.
Sadiq has described his game as one that includes the ability to hit big shots, even against fast bowling. He credits playing overseas with broadening his approach to different wickets and bowling styles, and has spoken about the value of learning from varied conditions and opponents.
Public profile
As the son of a well-known former international wicketkeeper, Sadiq has often been compared to his father. He has acknowledged both the advantages and the challenges that come with that family connection, noting that comparisons have been a recurring part of his public profile. Outside of cricket, he has a number of sporting interests and personal favorites; he has cited Adam Gilchrist as his favorite wicketkeeper and enjoys sports such as rugby, soccer, hockey and tennis.
Personal life
Sadiq is married to Sehrish Ahmed Kirmani; the couple wed on 6 April 2017 and have a son. His parents are Syed Kirmani and Habiba Kirmani, and he has sisters Nishad Fatima Kirmani and Mehnaaz Fatima Kirmani. He identifies as Muslim and lists Bengaluru as his hometown.
Achievements and playing style
Across a lengthy involvement in regional and local competitions, Sadiq has collected numerous trophies and accolades. He was particularly prolific in the 2015 KPL and has cited pressure situations as ones that bring out his best cricket, enjoying the adrenaline and challenge of tight moments. One notable innings in the KPL was a 69-run knock off 63 balls for Namma Shivamogga against Hubli Tigers.
Latest updates
Sadiq continues to be involved in domestic cricket, both as a player and in coaching roles, representing regional teams and participating in local leagues. He has expressed a willingness to be patient for higher-level opportunities and to keep proving himself through consistent performances.
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Top scorer of the 2015 KPL season with 341 runs and recipient of the most sixes award.
2015Made his List A debut for Karnataka in December 2015.
2015Career Highlights
- Top-scorer in the Karnataka Premier League 2015 with 341 runs
- Awarded most sixes in KPL 2015
- Represented Karnataka across multiple age-group levels and in List A cricket
- Scored over 5,000 runs in local league cricket
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