Jitesh Sharma has reached a significant milestone in the Indian Premier League (IPL) by surpassing 1,000 runs. The talented wicketkeeper-batter achieved this feat during a match against the Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
Jitesh’s IPL Journey
Making his IPL debut in 2022 with Punjab Kings, Jitesh quickly established himself as a key player. After three seasons, he was acquired by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for ₹11 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Key Statistics
As of now, Jitesh has amassed over 1,000 runs in 59 matches, across 50 innings, with an average exceeding 24. His noteworthy statistics include:
- 1,000 IPL runs from 59 matches
- One IPL fifty
- Strike rate of 156-plus as a designated keeper
- Played three matches as a non-keeper, scoring 50 runs
Performance as a Designated Keeper
Jitesh’s performance as a designated keeper is impressive, with more than 950 of his runs coming from this role. Heinrich Klaasen is the only batsman with a higher strike rate among those with at least 900 IPL runs as a keeper, at 166.4.
Memorable Contributions
One of Jitesh’s standout performances in the IPL was an unbeaten 85 runs off just 33 deliveries against Lucknow Super Giants. This innings was pivotal in helping RCB chase a challenging target of 228 runs, making it the highest score for a batter batting at number six or lower in successful IPL run-chases.
As Jitesh Sharma continues his career in the IPL, he remains a vital asset for RCB, with fans eagerly anticipating his future performances.
