Young Indian batting sensation Tilak Varma is all set to make his debut in English domestic cricket as he joins Hampshire for the County Championship. The 22-year-old left-handed batter has signed a short-term deal to play four red-ball matches in June and July, and has already received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from both the BCCI and the Hyderabad Cricket Association.
🔹 Key Details:
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Club: Hampshire
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Matches: 4 County Championship games
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Duration: June 18 to August 2, 2025
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Note: Tilak will not participate in the T20 Blast due to BCCI’s policy restricting Indian players from playing in foreign T20 leagues.
🔥 Tilak Varma's Career Stats (as of 2025):
| Format | Matches | Runs | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 Internationals | 25 | 749 | 2 | 3 |
| ODIs | 4 | 68 | 0 | 0 |
| First-Class | 18 | 1204 | 3 | 8 |
| List-A | 36 | 1495 | 4 | 9 |
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Known for his aggressive middle-order batting, Tilak has impressed in the IPL with Mumbai Indians.
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He also bowls part-time spin, adding value to the side as a utility player.
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He scored a century for India A against New Zealand A and had a standout performance in South Africa.
🇮🇳 Other Indian Players Playing in England This Summer:
| Player | County Club |
|---|---|
| Tilak Varma | Hampshire |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | Yorkshire |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Northamptonshire |
🧠 Strategic Significance:
BCCI’s decision to allow young Indian talents to play red-ball cricket in England is seen as a preparation move ahead of big overseas tournaments like the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup, helping players adapt to English conditions early in their careers.
Will Tilak Varma shine on English soil and bolster his case for India's 2027 World Cup squad?
Let us know your thoughts! 👇
