Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 22/10/1993 |
| Age | 32 years |
| Birthplace | Amravati, Maharashtra |
Latest News about Jitesh Sharma
Royal Challengers Bengaluru acquired Jitesh Sharma for ₹11 crore during the 2025 IPL mega auction after his release by Punjab Kings. He justified the investment by scoring 261 runs in 15 matches at a strike rate of 176.35, including an unbeaten 85 off 33 balls against Lucknow Super Giants that helped secure a playoff spot. His performances contributed to RCB winning their first IPL title.
Jitesh Sharma played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic 2025 IPL championship victory, their first since the league's inception. He excelled as a lower-order finisher and frontline wicketkeeper, amassing crucial runs and taking 19 catches and 1 stumping in 15 matches. He also served as stand-in captain during injury concerns for skipper Rajat Patidar and featured as an impact substitute.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru officially retained Jitesh Sharma ahead of the 2026 IPL season, recognizing his instrumental contributions to their 2025 championship win. The wicketkeeper-batter had been acquired for a record ₹11 crore in the mega auction and delivered with explosive batting and reliable glovework throughout the triumphant campaign.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Jitesh Mohan Sharma |
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| Nickname | Jittu |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Role | Wicketkeeper-batter |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Golden Kids English High School |
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| Graduation | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Mohan Sharma |
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| Mother | Ashima Sharma |
| Siblings | Nitesh Sharma |
Career
| International Debut | T20I - 3 October 2023 against Nepal |
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| Coach/Mentor | No personal coach |
| IPL Debut | 2022 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jitesh Sharma is a talented Indian wicketkeeper representing Vidarbha in domestic cricket. | |
| 2. He earned a spot in the Indian T20 International squad for the T20 series against Sri Lanka in January 2023. | |
| 3. Jitesh stepped in for Sanju Samson who was injured during the first match of the series. | |
| 4. Raised in Amravati, Maharashtra, Jitesh hails from a middle-class background. | |
| 5. Initially, he joined his school's cricket team to gain extra marks in army tests. | |
| 6. Jitesh made his List A debut during the 2013-14 Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Rajasthan. | |
| 7. His impressive performances for Vidarbha led to him being noticed by the IPL team Mumbai Indians in 2016. | |
| 8. Although not playing, Jitesh was part of the Mumbai Indians' IPL season 10 victory in 2017. | |
| 9. In February 2022, Punjab Kings signed Jitesh for the IPL. | |
| 10. During his free time, Jitesh enjoys traveling, engaging in adventure sports, and playing golf. | |
| 11. A big admirer of Rohit Sharma's batting, Jitesh considers AB de Villiers as his idol. |