22 Prithvi Raj Yarra

A skillful left-arm medium-fast bowler from the coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh, Prithvi Raj Yarra (born February 20, 1998) has become a vital component of the modern Indian domestic pace battery. Known for his high-arm action and the ability to swing the ball into the right-hander, Yarra first captured the national spotlight as a 21-year-old making his mark in the high-stakes world of the IPL.

As of January 22, 2026, Prithvi Raj Yarra is embarking on a fresh chapter with the Gujarat Titans (GT). Following an impressive domestic run with Andhra, he was secured by the Titans for ₹30 Lakh at the December 2025 auction. He is currently coming off a strong performance in the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy, where he spearheaded the Andhra attack in their recent clashes against Pondicherry and Rajasthan.

Prithvi Raj Yarra: Career Profile & 2026 Outlook

The “Giant-Killer” Debut (2019)

Prithvi Raj Yarra’s entry into the IPL was nothing short of cinematic. Representing Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2019, he made his debut against Sunrisers Hyderabad. In a high-pressure opening spell, he dismissed the legendary David Warner (who was the Orange Cap winner that season), instantly establishing his reputation as a bowler who thrives on big occasions.

IPL 2026: The Gujarat Titans Strategic Asset

After stints with KKR and serving as a key replacement for Bhuvneshwar Kumar at Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in 2020, Yarra has found a home in the Gujarat Titans’ balanced pace unit.

• The Nehra Influence: Under the mentorship of head coach Ashish Nehra, Yarra is being utilized as a Powerplay specialist. His natural left-arm angle provides the Titans with much-needed variety alongside right-armers like Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna.

• Squad Depth: Retained for the 2026 season, he is viewed as a high-value domestic asset who can be deployed as an “Impact Player” to exploit swinging conditions in night matches at Ahmedabad.

Domestic Resilience (January 2026)

Yarra enters the 2026 IPL season in peak fitness:

• Ranji Trophy 2025: On January 23, 2025, he delivered a masterful 5/64 against Pondicherry, followed by a clinical 4-wicket haul against Rajasthan later that month.

• Speed & Skill: While he initially lacked extreme velocity, Yarra has worked significantly on his pace, now consistently hitting the 135–140 kph mark while maintaining his trademark swing.

Prithvi Raj Yarra: Consolidated Statistics

Data consolidated as of January 22, 2026.

IPL & T20 Career Performance

First-Class & List A Dominance (Andhra)