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Yash Dayal Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 14, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth13 December 1997

Age28 Years

BirthplaceChakia Mohalla, Karbala, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

ProfessionCricketer (Left‑arm fast bowler)

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseShweta Pundir

FamilyFather: Chandrapal Dayal; Mother: Radha Dayal; Sister: Shuchi Dayal

Yash Dayal Biography

Left-arm fast bowler from Prayagraj who rose through Uttar Pradesh age-group teams to the IPL and India A, known for pace, calm presence on the field and a

Early life and background

Yash Pal Dayal was born on 13 December 1997 in Chakia Mohalla, Karbala, Prayagraj (then Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh. Raised in a family with a cricketing background, his father Chandrapal Dayal was a fast bowler who played in university competition. Yash grew interested in the game early, starting organized cricket at eight and appearing in a senior-division match by the age of ten.

He attended Bishop Johnson School and Kendriya Vidyalaya, New Cantt, in Prayagraj before studying for a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology at Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences (SHUATS). During his school years he trained under coach Ghulam Murtaza and represented his schools at regional and national levels, captaining the Varanasi team in a national tournament.

Career

Dayal came through the domestic ranks representing SGFI Under-16 and later Uttar Pradesh under-21 and under-23 sides. He made his domestic one-day debut for Uttar Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy on 21 September 2018 and his Ranji Trophy debut on 1 November 2018. His first T20 appearance for the state came in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on 21 February 2019.

A left-arm fast bowler who bats right-handed, Dayal registered notable domestic performances including a five-wicket innings and match figures of nine for 121 in a Ranji Trophy fixture. He was among the leading wicket-takers in the 2022 Vijay Hazare Trophy, taking 14 wickets in seven matches.

Dayal’s domestic form and pace bowling brought him into broader India setups. He served as a net bowler for India during the 2021 series against the West Indies and featured for India A in matches against New Zealand A in 2022. He was selected for India’s squad for the Bangladesh series in November 2022 but was later ruled out.

In the Indian Premier League, Dayal was bought by Gujarat Titans in the 2022 mega auction. He made his IPL debut on 13 April 2022 against Rajasthan Royals and played nine matches that season, taking 11 wickets and contributing to Gujarat Titans’ championship-winning campaign in their inaugural year. In the 2023 IPL, he conceded five successive sixes to Rinku Singh in a memorable final over; the episode was widely discussed and left an emotional mark on the match.

Ahead of the 2024 IPL season, Dayal was released by Gujarat Titans and was bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore at the December 2023 auction.

Public profile

On the field Dayal is known for a composed demeanour and pace bowling that relies on left-arm angle and bounce. He has described an alternative career path would have been to pursue chartered accountancy had he not become a cricketer. He lists Zaheer Khan as a favourite cricketer, enjoys basketball in his free time and prefers chicken biryani.

Dayal keeps a relatively low public profile and is described as shy and soft-spoken. He credits his parents for their support through his development as a player and has recounted hours of solo practice, including sessions on the roof of his home during his youth.

Personal life

Yash Dayal is married to content creator and former sports broadcaster Shweta Pundir. His immediate family includes his father Chandrapal Dayal and mother Radha Dayal; he also has an elder sister, Shuchi Dayal, who works as a dietician.

Public controversies

Dayal has faced public scrutiny for social media activity and personal allegations. In June 2023 he removed an Instagram story relating to a criminal case and issued an apology after criticism. A legal complaint naming him was filed in July 2025 by a woman in Ghaziabad alleging mistreatment; details of any legal resolution are not provided in the available information.

Latest updates

In the IPL auction held on 19 December 2023 in Dubai, Dayal was acquired by Royal Challengers Bangalore. His marriage to Shweta Pundir took place on 4 February 2026 in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

He remains part of India’s broader fast-bowling pool through domestic performances and India A appearances, with continued involvement in franchise cricket.
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Recent Work

Indian Premier League – Royal Challengers Bangalore

Signed by Royal Challengers Bangalore at the December 2023 auction

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Career Highlights

  1. Represented Uttar Pradesh across age groups and senior domestic competitions
  2. Among the top wicket-takers in the 2022 Vijay Hazare Trophy (14 wickets in 7 matches)
  3. Bought by Gujarat Titans in the 2022 IPL mega auction and part of their 2022 title-winning squad
  4. Featured for India A and served as a net bowler for India
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yash Dayal born?

13 December 1997

What is Yash Dayal known for?

Cricketer (Left‑arm fast bowler)

What is Yash Dayal’s marital status?

Married

Who is Yash Dayal married to?

Shweta Pundir