Anshul Kamboj: Everything you need to know about record-breaking Haryana pacer who made his Test debut at Old Trafford

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Anshul Kamboj, Haryana’s record-breaking pacer and a breakout performer for CSK in IPL 2025, made his India Test debut in the 4th Test against England at Old Trafford.

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As India looks to level the series at 2-2, his inclusion in the team is being interpreted as a mix of strategic risk and recognition for the pacer’s stellar performances in domestic cricket.

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Kamboj’s place in the squad is well-earned, it is due to his deep passion and unyielding dedication that have made him stand out on every stage.

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Kamboj grabbed headlines with a stunning 10-wicket haul (10/49) against Kerala in the 2024–25 Ranji Trophy.

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He etched his name into Ranji Trophy history as only the third bowler, after Premangsu Chatterjee and Pradeep Sundaram, to take all 10 wickets in a single innings.

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His performance proved his mettle in red-ball format, instantly making him one of the most sought-after pacers on the domestic circuit.

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Before his Ranji heroics, Kamboj made waves in the 2024 Duleep Trophy. He was the leading scalp hunter in the tournament with 16 wickets in 3 matches for India C.

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His 8/69 against India B is remembered as one of the most outstanding bowling efforts by a pacer in the history of the tournament.

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Though he started IPL 2024 with Mumbai Indians and played only three games.

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Kamboj’s luck changed when Chennai Super Kings signed him for ₹3.4 crore in IPL 2025, and he lived up to the hype by taking 8 wickets in 8 games.

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Injuries to Arshdeep Singh and Akash Deep paved the way for Kamboj’s Test debut.

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As India prepares for a crucial Test at Old Trafford, all eyes are on Kamboj, who is set to partner Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj in a high-stakes battle.

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