Prasidh Krishna
Introduction
;Bio Table
Detail Information**
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Full Name Muralikrishna Prasidh Krishna
Born 9 February 1996, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Height 6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
Batting Style Right‑handed
Bowling Style Right‑arm fast‑medium
Playing Role Specialist fast bowler
Domestic Team Karnataka (since 2015)
IPL Teams Kolkata Knight Riders (2018–21), Rajasthan Royals (2022), Gujarat Titans (2025–present)
International Debut ODI – 23 Mar 2021 (vs England); T20I – 18 Aug 2023 (vs Ireland); Test – 26 Dec 2023 (vs South Africa)
Family Background
PrasPrasidh was born to **Murali Krishna**, a former college-level fast bowler, and **Kalavathi Krishna**, a former national-level volleyball player. He also has a sister named **Prakruthi Krishna
Family Tree
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Father Murali Krishna | PlayPlayed college‑level cricket
Mother Kalavathi Krishna | National‑level volleyball player
Sister Prakruthi Krishna | Younger sister, limited public info
Spouse shna Married on 8 June 2023; she works in tech in US
Education & Personal Details
* AtteAttended **Carmel School**, Padmanabhanagar, Bengaluru
GradGraduated with a **B.Com** from Mahaveer Jain College, Bengaluru
A spA sports lover from childhood—played volleyball, badminton and cricket; inspired by Brett Lee’s action
JersJersey shirt number: **24** (ODI/T20I), previously **43** in early domestic/IPL matches
Career
Domestic Career
First-class debut**: September 2015 for Karnataka against Bangladesh A; took 5 wickets, including one off his first ball
*List A debut**: February 2017 in Vijay Hazare Trophy; became Karnataka’s leading wicket-taker in 2016–17 (13 wickets)
*Ranji Trophy 2021–22**: Maiden ten‑wicket match haul vs Jammu & Kashmir (6/35 + 4/59)([stumpsandbails.com][5])#
IPL Career
* SignSigned by **Kolkata Knight Riders** in IPL 2018 as replacement; played until 2021
Bought by **Rajasthan Royals** in 2022 mega-auction for 10 crore (\~USD 1.25M); retained in 2023–24
Acquired by **Gujarat Titans** ahead of IPL 2025; earned the **Purple Cap** in 2025 season for most wickets (\~25)
International Career
*OD**ODI debut**: 23 March 2021 vs England; took 4 wickets (historic haul on debut)
*OD**ODI highlights**: Man of the Series vs West Indies in Feb 2022 after 4/12 and 3/27 performances([Wikipedia][2], [ESPN Cricinfo][4]) \*\*T2**T20I debut**: 18 Aug 2023 vs Ireland; picked up 2 wickets for 32 runs
*\*Te**Test debut**: 26 December 2023 at Centurion against South Africa; added 5 Tests by mid‑2025 with 14 wickets in total FeatFeatured in India’s
**Asia Cup 2023** win and **2023 Cricket World Cup** runner-up squad
Net Worth & Earnings
* EstiEstimated net worth: **12–15 crore** (₹12 crore per 2024, rising to ₹15 crore by mid‑2025) (\~USD 1.5–1.7M)
\*\*IP**IPL salary**: ₹10 crore per season (2022–2025) from Rajasthan Royals / Gujarat Titans
\*Mo**Monthly income**: ₹50–75 lakh; annual from cricket & endorsements estimated at ₹12 crore+
*\*Br**Brand endorsements**: ASICS sports, Fireboltt, Cheers11 fantasy gaming, FantaFeat NFTs partnership
LiveLives in a plush home in Bengaluru (Padmanabhanagar) though exact valuation is undisclosed-
;Interesting Facts
* TookTook **4 wickets on ODI debut**, breaking India’s 24-year-old record for debut bowling haul
TallTall pacer consistently bowls **140–145 km/h**, often clocking above 145 km/h
Mother was national‑level volleyball star; father was college fast bowler—sporting pedigree runs in the family
Won Won **Purple Cap in IPL 2025** with 25 wickets for Gujarat Titans(
ThouThough injury‑prone, chosen for India’s **Asia Cup 2023 winning squad** and **2023 World Cup** as key fast‑bowling option([Wikipedia][1], [Crictoday][8])-
Summary
Prasidh Krishna has carved a niche as a power‑pacer from Bengaluru, combining raw speed, bounce, and accuracy. His meteoric rise—from Karnataka domestic cricket to grabbing a ₹10 crore IPL contract, debut heroics in ODIs, and earning the Purple Cap in IPL 2025—reflects his growing stature. Despite injury setbacks, his record-breaking debut and consistent IPL performances promise a long future in India’s fast bowling arsenal.
*FAQs About Prasidh Krishna**
Q1: Who is Prasidh Krishna?**
Prasidh Krishna is an Indian international cricketer who plays as a right-arm fast bowler for the Indian national team and Karnataka in domestic cricket.
Q2: When and where was Prasidh Krishna born?**
He was born on February 19, 1996, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Q3: What is Prasidh Krishna’s bowling style?**
He is a right-arm fast-medium bowler known for his pace, bounce, and ability to generate movement off the pitch.
Q4: Which IPL team does Prasidh Krishna play for?**
As of the latest season, Prasidh Krishna plays for the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Q5: When did Prasidh Krishna make his international debut for India?**
He made his One Day International (ODI) debut for India on March 23, 2021, against England.
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