Pyla Avinash
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Pyla Avinash |
| Born | 7 July 2000 Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Batting | Right-handed |
| Bowling | Right-arm medium |
| Role | Batsman |
| Domestic team information | |
| Years | Team |
| 2024/25 | Andhra |
| 2025 | Punjab Kings |
Source: Cricinfo, 4 December 2024 | |
Pyla Avinash (born 7 July 2000) is an Indian cricketer who plays as a right-handed middle-order batsman and a right-arm medium-fast bowler. He represents Andhra in domestic cricket and was signed by the Punjab Kings for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.[1][2][3]
Early life and background
[edit]Pyla Avinash was born in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. He developed an interest in cricket at the age of 13, influenced by his elder brother, who represented Andhra at the Under-19 and Under-23 levels. Avinash trained locally and gradually advanced through age-group cricket, representing Andhra in Under-16 and Under-19 tournaments.[4]
Domestic career
[edit]Avinash made his professional debut for Andhra in the 2024–25 domestic season, beginning with the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, India’s premier domestic T20 competition. He made an immediate impact, scoring a half-century on debut and drawing attention from selectors and scouts.[5][6]
Andhra Premier League (APL)
[edit]Avinash gained further recognition during the Andhra Premier League, where he scored a blistering 105 runs off 58 balls in a standout innings. His consistent performance throughout the tournament made him a rising star in Andhra’s domestic setup.[7][8]
Indian Premier League (IPL)
[edit]In December 2024, Pyla Avinash was signed by the Punjab Kings during the IPL 2025 auction for ₹30 lakh. He was lauded for his aggressive batting style and potential as a power-hitter in the middle order.[9]
Playing style and influence
[edit]Avinash is known for his fearless approach, quick running between the wickets, and clean striking ability. As a bowler, he provides a reliable medium pace option and has been utilized as a part-time bowler in T20 matches.[10][11]
He has cited Ricky Ponting as one of his major inspirations in cricket, admiring Ponting’s leadership and batting prowess.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ Today, Telangana (2025-03-06). "Telugu cricketer Pyla Avinash gears up for IPL debut with Punjab Kings". Telangana Today. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ Pandey, Tejasvi (2025-03-06). "IPL 2025: Pyla Avinash ready for Punjab Kings debut THE NEW INDIAN". THE NEW INDIAN. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ "Pyla Avinash Joins Punjab Kings for ₹30 Lakhs in IPL 2025 Auction". 2025-03-24. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/32525/pyla-avinash
- ^ Pativada, Sreenu Babu (2024-11-27). "New faces of Andhra Cricket: Three budding talents to debut in IPL 2025 season". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ Subrahmanyam, V. V. (2024-11-29). "CRICKET | Pyla and Sasikanth power Andhra to a big win over Maharashtra". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ Pativada, Sreenu Babu (2024-11-27). "New faces of Andhra Cricket: Three budding talents to debut in IPL 2025 season". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ Staff, MyKhel (2024-07-13). "Andhra Premier League 2024: Awards, Records & Stats From APL Season 3 as Vizag Warriors Clinch Title". MyKhel. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ "Pyla Avinash set to make Indian Premier League debut, says Ricky Ponting is a legend". ANI News. Archived from the original on 2025-03-07. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ "Pyla Avinash set to make Indian Premier League debut, says Ricky Ponting is a legend". ANI News. Archived from the original on 2025-03-07. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ Staff, MyKhel (2025-03-06). "IPL 2025: Unheralded Punjab Kings Rookie Set to Team Up with His Idol Ricky Ponting". MyKhel. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ ""Used To Watch Ricky Ponting's Batting Videos": Punjab Kings' New Recruit Pyla Avinash | Cricket News". NDTV Sports. Retrieved 2025-06-04.