Saurabh Tiwary: Age, Family, Wife, Career, Stats, Debut, Networth and More

Saurabh Tiwary is a renowned cricketer hailing from Jharkhand – his story is compelling as it is filled with talent, resilience, and sheer passion for the sport. In fact, he went on to become a household name due to his intense and explosive battling style, memorable IPL performances, and a striking resemblance in hairstyle and flair to India’s legendary MS Dhoni, and thus earning him the nickname ‘left-handed Dhoni’. 

In fact, what makes him so popular is his breakout performance that took place in the 2010 Indian Premier League, wherein he scored 419 runs and hit 18 sixes against the Mumbai Indians. He has become a key member of India’s 2008 Under-World Cup-winning team. Despite a brief international career, Tiwary’s domestic dominance, especially in the Ranji Trophy, has made him a fan favorite, especially among Jharkhand cricket enthusiasts.

Saurabh Tiwary: Profile 

Saurabh Sunil Tiwary was born on 30th December 1989 in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. He is a former Indian cricketer known for his aggressive left-handed middle order batter and it is known that he is a product of Jharkhand’s cricketing system, having represented India in three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and played for multiple IPL franchises, including Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Delhi Daredevils, and many more.

Full Name	Saurabh Sunil Tiwary
Birthdate	30 December 1989
Place of Birth	Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Teams Played	India, India U19 Jharkhand Mumbai Indians Royal Challengers Bangalore Delhi Daredevils Rising Pune Supergiant India Blue India Green India Red, Manipal Tigers Chhattisgarh Warriors Dubai Giants Indian Royals India Champions Nuwara Eliya Kings Haryana Gladiators Big Boys India Masters Rest of Asian Stars African Lions
Batting Style	Left-hand batting
Bowling Style	Right-hand off break (occasional)
Role	Middle order batsman
Retirement Date	12th February 2024
International Debut	ODI: October 20th, 2010 vs Australia
Spouse	Nikita Mishra

Saurabh Tiwari Age and Physical Stats

As of 2025, Saurabh Age is 35 years old. His zodiac sign is Capricorn. He has a height of approximately 6 feet or 183 cm, and a complementary weight of 80 kg approximately. He has long black hair and brown eyes.

Saurabh maintains a robust physique but the most notable thing about his appearance is his hair, which is known to resemble Mahendra Singh Dhoni, thus fondly being called ‘left-handed Dhoni’.

Age	35 years (As of 2025)
Height	6 feet (183 cm)
Weight	80 kg (approx)
Hair	Long and black color
Eye Color	Brown

Family Members

Saurabh was born and raised in a Brahmin family in Jamshedpur. His parents, Sunil Tiwary and Kanaklata Tiwary, have supported and nurtured his dreams and passions from day one. A lot of information is not available about their profession, his mother name is Kanaklata Tiwary and she is a homemaker. Apart from this, Saurabh has two sisters named Kavita and Nidhi. 

Father Name	Sunil Tiwary
Mother Name	Kanaklata Tiwary
Siblings	Kavita and Nidhi Tiwary
Wife	Nikita Mishra

Education Qualifications 

In terms of his educational qualifications, it might interest you to know that Saurabh did complete his schooling from a local school but his passion for cricket overshadowed his academic pursuits greatly. He did not pursue higher education after having completed his schooling in Jamshedpur, and instead, he focused on his cricket career from a young age.

School	Local school in Jamshedpur
Higher Education	Not completed
Cricket Training	Local coaching academies

Early Life and Struggles 

Having grown up in Jamshedpur, Saurabh began playing cricket from the time he was 11, and he was inspired by none other than MS Dhoni. He started with street cricket before joining Jharkhand’s Under-14 team, wherein his talent was prominent and shining from an early age. As he grew with age, so did his progress and eventually he represented India at the Under-19 level. His family’s support was consistent but crucial, especially since his parents encouraged him to pursue cricket ambitions despite having financial constraints.

Saurabh had faced several challenges in his early life, including inconsistent performances after his 2010 IPL season. A shoulder injury prevented him from the entire 2014 IPL, thus impacting his career trajectory greatly. His limited international opportunities – of only 3 ODIs – caused him a setback as he struggled to cement a spot in a competitive Indian lineup. Additionally, criticism during a Vijay Hazare Trophy match for underperforming led to public trolling, testing his resilience.

Saurabh Tiwari Wife and Marriage Info

Saurabh is married to his childhood sweetheart, Nikita Mishra, who was also his childhood friend and hailed from the same colony in Jamshedpur. Their relationship had blossomed over the years, and it had started well before Saurabh became a cricket prodigy, thus demonstrating in an authentic and grounded connection that withstood the pressures of publicity and popularity that came after the sports fame.

After several years of companionship, the couple tied the knot on 25th February 2016, which was a largely private yet intimate affair. The couple still maintains a low profile, whereas Nikita stays out of the public eye whilst constantly supporting Saurabh’s career. 

As of 2025, they do not have any children. 

Saurabh Tiwary’s Professional Career

Saurabh’s career began with Jharkhand in 2006-2007 Ranji Trophy season, wherein he made his first-class debut when he was 17 years old. His performances at the Under-19 level, including key contributions to India’s 2008 Under-19 World Cup victory under Virat Kohli, earned him a lot of recognition and popularity. His domestic success continued 

Saurabh’s career began with Jharkhand in the 2006-07 Ranji Trophy season, where he made his First-Class debut at age 17. His performances at the Under-19 level, including key contributions to India’s 2008 U-19 World Cup victory under Virat Kohli, earned him recognition. His domestic success continued with three centuries in the 2009-10 Ranji Trophy, paving the way for his IPL debut.

Domestic Debut

Saurabh made his Ranji Trophy debut for Jharkhand in the 2006-07 season and impressed the crowd with a century in one of his early games.

U-19 World Cup Glory
As a member of India’s victorious Under-19 team in Malaysia (2008), which was led by Virat Kohli, Saurabh scored crucial runs and established himself as a middle-order mainstay.

IPL Stardom

• 2008 IPL Debut: The Mumbai Indians saw the potential in Tiwary and gave him his T20 league start.
• 2010 IPL Breakthrough: 2nd-highest run scorer for MI (419 runs, 16 matches), only behind Sachin Tendulkar. His aggressive batting and knack for big hits (18 sixes) made him a fan favorite.
• IPL Awards: Emerging Player of IPL 2010.
• Big Transfers: RCB bought him for USD 1.6 million (2011), followed by Delhi Daredevils, Rising Pune Supergiant, and a return to MI (2017-2020). Consistently contributed as a middle-order finisher.
• IPL Stats: Played 93 matches, scored 1,491 runs with an average of around 29, and a strike rate of 120+; hit one IPL century.

International Debut

ODI debut on October 20, 2010, against Australia. Limited but promising appearances highlighted his international aspirations—49 runs without being dismissed in two ODIs (versus New Zealand and Australia).

Career Stats and Key Highlights

Format	Matches	Innings	Runs	Avg	SR	100s	50s	HS
ODI	3	2	49	—	—	0	0	37*
First-Class	116	191	8,076	52.76	—	22	34	238
List A	116	110	4,050	83.41	—	6	27	138*
IPL	93	83	1,491	29.43	120.64	1	7	83*
T20	181	155	3,454	—	122.17	0	16	69

Batting Stats

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s
ODIs	3	2	2	49	37*	–	56	87.50	0	0	5	1
FC	116	191	20	8076	238	47.22	15306	52.76	22	34	895	122
List A	116	110	23	4050	138*	46.55	4855	83.41	6	27	332	92
T20s	181	155	36	3454	69	29.02	2827	122.17	0	16	272	127

Bowling Stats

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
ODIs	3	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
FC	116	26	417	221	1	1/0	1/4	221.00	3.17	417.0	0	0	0
List A	116	11	214	197	4	2/40	2/40	49.25	5.52	53.5	0	0	0
T20s	181	1	6	8	0	–	–	–	8.00	–	0	0	0

Awards and Achievements

Saurabh has received several awards and accolades for his achievements in cricket, despite having retired on February 2024. His awards include:

• Emerging Player of the Tournament: IPL 2010 (Mumbai Indians)
• Under-19 World Cup Winner: 2008, Malaysia
• Top-15 Run-Scorer: 2015-16 Ranji Trophy (double-century, five fifties)
• Three Centuries: 2009-10 Ranji Trophy
• Captaincy: Led Jharkhand 88 times across formats (36 wins, 33 losses, 19 draws)

Saurabh Tiwary Net Worth

Saurabh Tiwary has amassed a net worth of around $5 to 8 million, which is equivalent to INR 35-60 crores. He has earned his net worth from IPL contracts, domestic cricket earnings, and endorsements. His highest IPL bid was made at INR 7 crores, which was paid by Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2011. 

Due to his net worth, he is able to lead a comfortable lifestyle and he owns a Land Rover in addition to other cars. He currently resides in Jamshedpur with his wife, Nikita.

Retirement News

Saurabh announced his retirement from professional cricket on 12th February 2024, when he was 34 years old. His final match was Jharkhand’s last league game of 2023-24 Ranji Trophy against Rajasthan. His reason for retirement was to make way for younger players from Jharkhand to take up a place in the state’s team. He explained that since he was no longer part of the national team or IPL, it was the ‘right time to vacate a spot for a youngster’.

Saurabh’s Social Media Presence

Saurabh Tiwary is active on social media and he is known to be post regularly

Social Media Platform	Handle	Followers
Instagram	iamstiwary	20.2K followers

Conclusion

Saurabh Tiwary’s legacy lies in his contributions to Jharkhand cricket and his role in India’s 2008 Under-19 World Cup triumph. As a captain and mentor, he has managed to inspire young cricketers in Jharkhand and beyond – but given that the former is a region still overshadowed by bigger states, it is a pretty big deal that Tiwary has left so many inspired.

Post his retirement in 2024, Saurabh still has plans to stay connected with cricket, potentially via coaching or administration, thus ensuring that his impact on the sport stays and dominates.

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