12 Priyansh Arya

A sensational left-handed opening batter from Delhi, Priyansh Arya (born January 18, 2001) has rapidly ascended to become one of the most destructive forces in Indian T20 cricket. Known for his “Six-Hitting” prowess and a fearless approach in the powerplay, Arya’s journey from the maidans of Delhi to IPL stardom is a masterclass in modern aggressive batting.

As of January 21, 2026, Priyansh Arya is one of the most talked-about young talents in India. Following a historic debut season where he became the second-fastest Indian to score an IPL century, he has been officially retained by the Punjab Kings (PBKS) for the IPL 2026 season. He is currently representing Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26, with a highly anticipated Ranji Trophy clash against Chhattisgarh scheduled to begin tomorrow, January 22.

Priyansh Arya: Career Profile & 2025–26 Milestones

The “Six Sixes” Legend (2024)

Priyansh Arya etched his name into the record books during the inaugural Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2024. Playing for the South Delhi Superstarz, Arya achieved the rare feat of hitting six sixes in a single over against North Delhi Strikers.

• The Performance: He smashed 120 off just 50 balls, contributing to a historic team total of 308/5—only the second time a 300+ score was achieved in T20 history.

• The Impact: This performance, coupled with a massive partnership of 286 runs with Ayush Badoni, made him a priority target for IPL scouts.

IPL 2025: The Record-Breaking Debut

Signed by Punjab Kings for ₹3.8 Crore, Arya wasted no time in repaying the faith:

• Historic Century: On April 8, 2025, against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Arya smashed a 39-ball century. This made him the second-fastest Indian to reach the milestone, trailing only Yusuf Pathan.

• Season Stats: He finished his maiden IPL season with 475 runs in 17 matches, maintaining a blistering strike rate of 179.25.

Recent Form (January 2026)

Arya enters the 2026 season in peak match rhythm. In the ongoing 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, he has been the leading light for Delhi:

• vs Railways (Jan 5): Smashed 80 off 41 balls, showcasing his white-ball dominance.

• vs Services (Jan 2): Played a match-winning hand of 72 (45 balls).

• Overall 2025-26 Season: He has already crossed 400 runs in List A cricket this season, proving his versatility across limited-overs formats.

Priyansh Arya: Consolidated IPL Statistics

Data consolidated as of January 21, 2026.

IPL Batting & Fielding Records

IPL 2025 High-Impact Performances

• 103 vs CSK: A record-breaking 39-ball century at the Chepauk.

• 69 (35) vs KKR: A fearless knock against the defending champions.

• 62 (35) vs MI: Dominating a high-quality pace attack at the Wankhede.