Who is Kartik Sharma? CSK's New Young Sensation sold for Rs 14.20 Crore

Kartik Sharma has been sold in the IPL 2026 auction at a whopping price of Rs 14.20 crore. Chennai Super Kings got the youngster for the mammoth price in the mini auction.

Kartik Sharma was the second pick

of CSK in the mini auction, as they signed another uncapped player Prashant Veer for Rs 14.20 crore.

Who is Kartik Sharma?

Kartik Sharma is an exciting young cricketer known for his clean striking and ability to finish innings with power. Born in 2006 in Rajasthan into a middle-class family, his journey began in street cricket before moving to structured training at a local academy.

Coaches early on recognised his natural timing and fearless approach. Progressing steadily, Kartik represented Rajasthan at the U-14 level, became a consistent U-16 performer, and produced breakthrough displays in U-19 cricket. Inspired by MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli, their influence is evident in his calm temperament and attacking mindset.

At just 19, Kartik's talent has earned recognition from JSW, a group that manages elite athletes such as Neeraj Chopra. His performances back the promise-334 runs in 12 T20 matches at a strike rate of 164, including 28 sixes. He made a dream start to first-class cricket with a 113-run century on his Ranji Trophy debut against Uttarakhand in the 2024-25 season. In List A cricket, he topped Rajasthan's charts with 445 runs in nine matches. In the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, his maturity, adaptability, and wicketkeeping skills have established him as a valuable dual-role player.