Who is Ashwani Kumar, who created history on his IPL debut?

Ashwani Kumar, who recorded best-ever bowling figures by an Indian on IPL debut, is a left-arm pacer born in Punjab’s Mohali district on August 29, 2001. He was bought by MI in 2025 mega auction for ₹30 lakh. He plays domestically for Punjab and has played in two first-class matches, four List A matches and four T20s so far.