Rasikh Salam Dar, born on April 5, 2000, in Jammu and Kashmir, India, is a professional cricketer known for his pace bowling. He consistently bowls at speeds exceeding 140 km/h.
Domestic Career:
- Jammu & Kashmir: Rasikh made his debut for Jammu & Kashmir in the 2018-19 season, playing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (List A), Ranji Trophy (First-class), and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20).
Indian Premier League (IPL) Career:
- Mumbai Indians (2019): At 17 years and 353 days, Rasikh became the youngest debutant for Mumbai Indians. However, he faced a two-year ban in June 2019 due to discrepancies with his birth certificate.
- Kolkata Knight Riders (2022): He joined KKR but had limited impact.
- Delhi Capitals (2024): Rasikh had a breakthrough season, taking nine wickets in eight games, including three-wicket hauls against Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (2025–present): In the 2025 IPL auction, he was acquired by RCB, aiming to bolster their pace attack.
Playing Style:
Renowned for his pace and ability to swing the ball, especially his potent out-swinger, Rasikh Salam has shown promise in domestic cricket and the IPL.