- Nationality
India- Cricket
- Madhav Tiwari
- Current Team
- DC
A dynamic right-arm fast-bowling all-rounder from the village of Mauganj in Madhya Pradesh, Madhav Tiwari (born September 28, 2003) is one of the most exciting young prospects in the Delhi Capitals (DC) pipeline. Known for his raw pace and lower-order power-hitting, Tiwari’s journey from Indore’s age-group divisions to the glitz of the IPL is a testament to his versatility and high ceiling.
As of January 20, 2026, Tiwari is preparing for his second season with the Capitals. After a promising debut in 2025 where he showcased his “X-factor” potential, he has been retained for the IPL 2026 season at his acquisition price of ₹40 Lakh.
Madhav Tiwari: Player Profile & 2026 Career Outlook
The Madhya Pradesh “Double-Threat”
Tiwari first grabbed national attention through his stellar performances for the Bhopal Leopards in the Madhya Pradesh T20 League. During the 2024 season, he proved his worth as a specialized finisher, striking at an incredible 205.71. His bowling is equally lethal; he famously claimed a hat-trick against Rewa Division, finishing with six wickets in a single domestic outing.
IPL 2026: The Capitals’ Pace Battery
Following a bidding war with the Mumbai Indians in the 2025 auction, Delhi Capitals secured Tiwari to add depth to their fast-bowling stocks. Under the guidance of coach Hemang Badani and mentored by Kevin Pietersen, Madhav is being groomed as a high-velocity enforcer. For the 2026 season, he is expected to provide critical support to a pace unit led by Mitchell Starc and Mukesh Kumar, often utilized as an “Impact Player” to break middle-over partnerships.
Domestic Dominance (2025–26)
Fresh from the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy campaign with Madhya Pradesh, Tiwari enters the IPL in peak physical condition. His ability to clock 140+ kmph while maintaining lower-order batting discipline has made him a fixture in MP’s white-ball setups, recently contributing a quick-fire 27* in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy to seal a tense chase.
Madhav Tiwari: Career Statistics
Data consolidated as of January 20, 2026.
Batting & Fielding Performance
| Format | Matches | Runs | High Score | Average | Strike Rate | 4s / 6s | Catches |
| IPL 2025 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.00 | 75.00 | 0 / 0 | 1 |
| MP League T20 | 6 | 72 | 27* | 14.40 | 205.71 | 5 / 6 | 6 |
| Overall T20 | 10 | 250 | 54 | 25.00 | 135.00 | 12 / 8 | 8 |
