Vipraj Nigam has made headlines for his breakthrough performance in the Lucknow Super Giants vs Delhi Capitals match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Nigam made his debut for DC at the Vizag Stadium and made an impact with both bat and ball.
Vipraj Nigam was impressive with both bat and ball. He drew first blood for DC by dismissing Aiden Markram. With the bat, he impressed everyone, standing alone to keep DC’s hopes alive.
Who is Vipraj Nigam?
Vipraj Nigam, a talented leg-spinner from Uttar Pradesh, gained recognition for his impressive performance in the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he claimed eight wickets in seven matches. His batting prowess also caught attention when he smashed 27 runs off just eight balls in a match against Andhra Pradesh.
Nigam showcased his batting skills in Delhi Capitals’ intra-squad practice game ahead of IPL 2025, scoring a remarkable 54 off 29 deliveries, which included seven fours and two sixes. DC secured him for INR 50 lakh in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Making a promising start with the ball in his debut game, he will aim to deliver match-winning performances for DC in the tournament.
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