Tanveer Sangha – Australia’s Surprise Weapon for Champions Trophy Semi-Final
Australia has made a bold move in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final by naming young leg-spinner Tanveer Sangha in their playing XI against India. A name that might not be widely recognized in the cricketing world yet, but one that has been making waves in domestic cricket. Born and raised in Sydney to Indian and Fijian parents, Sangha’s journey to the Australian national team is nothing short of inspiring.
His father, Joga Singh, originally from Punjab, worked as a taxi driver in Sydney, while his mother, Upjeet Kaur, is an accountant. Despite his parents' initial hopes of him pursuing volleyball, Tanveer’s passion for cricket took over. He started as a pace bowler but soon switched to leg-spin, learning the craft by watching YouTube videos. His dedication paid off when he was selected for Australia’s Under-16 team and later shined in the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup , where he emerged as Australia’s leading wicket-taker with 15 scalps at an astonishing average of 11.46.
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Sangha’s rise in Australian cricket has been rapid. He was signed as a Sydney Thunder rookie in the Big Bash League (BBL) 2018 , and within a couple of years, he became a key player. During the 2020-21 BBL season, he picked up 21 wickets , finishing as the tournament's third-highest wicket-taker. His performances earned him a national call-up, and in 2023, he made his T20I debut against South Africa , where he stunned everyone with figures of 4/31 , making him the youngest Australian to take four wickets on T20I debut.
At just 23 years old , Sangha has already played three ODIs and seven T20Is . While his international experience is limited, his potential is undeniable. With Australia facing India in the semi-final , selecting Sangha is a clear indication that the team is looking for an X-factor in the spin department. Given that the match is being played in Dubai , where spinners can play a crucial role, his inclusion could be a game-changing move.
Sangha follows in the footsteps of other Indian-origin cricketers who have represented Australia , such as Gurinder Sandhu, Stuart Clark, and Bransby Cooper. His journey from a young boy learning leg-spin through online tutorials to representing Australia on the biggest stage is a testament to his dedication and hard work.
All eyes will be on him as he takes the field against one of the best batting line-ups in the world. Will this be the defining moment of his career? Cricket fans around the world are eager to find out.
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