Who is Urvil Patel? India’s new cricket sensation!
The future of Indian cricket looks bright, and the shine of young stars like Urvil Patel is visible in it. Urvil Patel, who scored a century in just 28 balls in the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, caught the attention of not only India but the whole world. His explosive performance has written a new story in Indian cricket history.
The success of Urvil did not come suddenly, but it is the result of years of hard work, struggle and dedication. Coming from a small town and making the record of the fastest T20 century in Indian cricket is not an easy thing. This is the reason why today, Urvil Patel is on the lips of every cricket lover.
Early life and background
Urvil Mukund Patel was born on 17 October 1998 in the Mehsana district of Gujarat. His childhood was spent in Palanpur – a town that was earlier known for its diamond trade, but is now making a new identity due to cricketers like Urvil.
5 feet 8 inches tall Urvil was very fond of cricket since childhood. He kept practising continuously to hone his cricket talent. This passion later transformed him into a shining star of Indian domestic cricket.
Steps in domestic cricket and initial success
Urvil started his cricket career with the Baroda team, but later he chose to be a part of the Gujarat team, where he became a regular wicketkeeper in all formats. He made his List A debut against Arunachal Pradesh in November 2023 and First-Class debut against Tamil Nadu in January 2024.
The beginning may have been simple, but his confidence and style were worth seeing. With every match, he proved himself and won the trust of the team management.
Fastest T20 century and a flurry of records
Urvil Patel’s real identity was established on November 27, 2024 in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match when he scored an unbeaten 113 runs in just 28 balls against Tripura. In this innings, he hit 7 fours and 12 towering sixes. This became the fastest T20 century in Indian cricket history.
After this, he played another stormy innings against Uttarakhand – a century in 36 balls, and that too for the second time in a row. No Indian batsman has done such a feat till date. He created history by scoring two consecutive T20 centuries in less than 40 balls.
Excellent performance in List A and Ranji Trophy
Apart from T20, Urvil also showed amazing performance in Vijay Hazare Trophy. He scored a century in just 41 balls and made the second fastest century for India in List A cricket. Only Yusuf Pathan is ahead of him in this matter.
In the Ranji Trophy, he scored 140 runs in 197 balls, scoring a century for the first time. With this, he became the second Indian after Shreyas Iyer to score a century in all three formats (T20, List A, First-Class) in the same domestic season.
Entry in IPL and association with CSK
Urvil was a part of the Gujarat Titans team in the year 2023, but he did not get a chance to play any match. After this, he remained unsold in the IPL 2025 auction, which definitely caused some disappointment.
But fate had something else in store. In May 2025, Chennai Super Kings signed him as a replacement for injured wicketkeeper batsman Vansh Bedi. Now fans are eagerly waiting to see him in the IPL.
Career Stats
| Format | Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | Century | Half-Century |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First-Class | 10 | 423 | 140 | 26.43 | 68.55 | 1 | 2 |
| List A | 22 | 748 | 116 | 44.00 | 120.45 | 3 | 2 |
| T20 | 47 | 1162 | 115* | 26.40 | 170.38 | 2 | 4 |
It is clear from these figures that Urvil is not only a T20 star, but he is capable of contributing with his batting in every format.
Playing style and impact on the field
Urvil is a right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman, who is known for his aggressive batting especially in T20 cricket. He can cross boundaries with ease and is adept at accelerating the pace of the innings. This is why he is now considered a dangerous player for the T20 format.
There is a wonderful balance of both explosiveness and patience in his batting, which takes him to a different level.
Personal life and social media presence
Apart from cricket, Urvil likes to listen to music. His jersey number is 37 and he is also quite active on social media. His account on Instagram is – @urvil_patel_37 where he keeps sharing his cricket life and personal moments.
Earnings and Net Worth
Urvil’s income is also increasing gradually:
- IPL 2023 (Gujarat Titans): ₹20 Lakhs
- IPL 2025 (CSK): ₹30 Lakhs
- Estimated Net Worth: ₹80 Lakhs
With the help of cricket as well as brand endorsements and social media, his earnings are likely to increase even more in the coming times.
Urvil Patel’s future and impact on cricket
Urvil Patel’s journey has just begun, but the explosive start he has made makes it clear that his future is very bright. His hard work, determination and aggressive play have made him a superstar of domestic cricket.
Now his performance in the IPL will decide whether he can become a part of the Indian team in the coming years. But one thing is certain – Urvil Patel’s name will be included in the golden chapters of Indian cricket in the times to come.
Conclusion
Urvil Patel’s story is an example of hard work, passion and never-say-die spirit. The journey from a small town to becoming India’s fastest T20 centurion is not only inspiring, but gives every young player the strength to dream and make it come true. Urvil today is not just a cricketer, but a hope – the shining hope of India’s cricket future.
Are you excited to see Urvil in IPL 2025?