09 Mohammad Arshad Khan

A high-intensity left-arm seamer with the rare ability to dismantle batting lineups and clear the ropes as a lower-order finisher, Mohammad Arshad Khan (born December 20, 1997) has become one of the most talked-about all-rounders in Indian domestic cricket. Representing Madhya Pradesh, Arshad’s journey from a promising U-25 talent to a world-record holder in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is a testament to his tactical evolution under coaches like Ashish Nehra.

As of January 21, 2026, Arshad Khan is entering the IPL 2026 season with massive momentum. Following a history-making domestic cycle where he broke a 10-year-old T20 record, he has been officially retained by the Gujarat Titans (GT) for the upcoming season at his acquisition value of ₹1.30 Crore.

Mohammad Arshad Khan: Profile & 2025–26 Career Highlights

The SMAT “All-Time Record” (December 2025)

On December 7, 2025, Arshad Khan etched his name into the history books during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). Playing for Madhya Pradesh against Chandigarh, he produced the best bowling figures in the tournament’s history:

• The Record: He claimed 6 wickets for just 9 runs in his 4 overs (6/9).

• The Impact: He broke the previous record of 6/13, showcasing lethal new-ball swing and a clinical death-over masterclass by taking three wickets in the 19th over.

IPL Evolution: From MI & LSG to GT Mainstay

Arshad’s IPL journey has been a steady climb through some of the league’s most prestigious franchises:

• Lucknow Super Giants (2024): He famously smashed an unbeaten 58 off 33 balls* against Delhi Capitals, proving he is a genuine all-rounder who can anchor a chase from No. 9.

• Gujarat Titans (2025–26): After being secured for ₹1.30 Crore in the 2025 auction, he became a tactical “bank” for captain Shubman Gill. His ability to extract bounce and bowl deceptive slower balls led GT to retain him as a core pace asset for the 2026 title quest.

Domestic Resilience (January 2026)

In the recently concluded 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, Arshad was a key figure in Madhya Pradesh’s march to the quarter-finals. Despite a tough loss to Punjab on January 13, 2026, his form throughout the group stages has solidified his status as a premier left-arm “Impact Player” in the Indian circuit.

Mohammad Arshad Khan: Consolidated Statistics

Data consolidated as of January 21, 2026.

IPL Career Summary

Recent Record Milestone (Dec 2025)

• SMAT Figures: 4-1-9-6 (vs Chandigarh) — Best-ever figures in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy history.