05 Mukul Choudhary

A fearless wicketkeeper-batter with a penchant for high-octane finishes, Mukul Dalip Choudhary (born August 6, 2004) has emerged as one of the most exciting young talents in Indian cricket. Hailing from Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, Mukul is a right-handed explosive batter who recently transitioned from a domestic breakout star to one of the most expensive uncapped buys in IPL history.

As of January 22, 2026, Mukul Choudhary is the talk of the domestic circuit. Fresh from a sensational Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) campaign, he is currently preparing for his debut season with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), who secured him for a life-changing ₹2.6 Crore at the December 2025 auction in Abu Dhabi.

Mukul Choudhary: Career Profile & 2025–26 Milestones

The SMAT “Historic” Finish (December 2025)

Mukul’s credentials as a “clutch” player were cemented on December 7, 2025, during a high-stakes SMAT match against Delhi.

• The Heist: Rajasthan needed 25 runs off the final over. Mukul hammered five sixes off the last six balls (bowled by Ayush Badoni) to secure a last-ball victory.

• The Stats: He finished with an unbeaten 62 off just 26 balls*, a knock that featured seven towering sixes and propelled Rajasthan into the Super League stage.

IPL 2026: The ₹2.6 Crore Fairytale

The Lucknow Super Giants demonstrated immense faith in Mukul’s finishing ability during the 2026 mega-auction.

• Auction Drama: Starting at a base price of ₹30 Lakh, Mukul triggered a fierce bidding war between LSG, Rajasthan Royals, and Punjab Kings before Lucknow finally secured him for ₹2.6 Crore.

• Tactical Role: Under the captaincy of Rishabh Pant, Mukul is being groomed as a long-term middle-order finisher and a secondary wicketkeeping option. His ability to accelerate instantly against both pace and spin makes him an ideal “Impact Player” for the 2026 season.

Domestic Breakthrough

Mukul has been a consistent performer across age groups for Rajasthan. He was part of the India Under-19 setup in 2022 and made his List A debut on December 24, 2025, in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. His ability to carry his U-23 form into the senior level has made him one of the most watched domestic players in the country.

Mukul Choudhary: Consolidated Statistics

Data updated as of January 22, 2026.