IPL 2026 — Who is Auqib Nabi, J&K fast bowler making his debut for DC vs CSK today?

Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Auqib Nabi made his debut for Delhi Capitals in its game against Chennai Super Kings at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday.

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Nabi was signed by DC for a whopping Rs. 8.40 crore at the 2026 IPL auction after attracting interest from Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals. The 29-year-old had been a net bowler with multiple franchises earlier in his career.

Nabi was the leading wicket taker in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season, taking 60 wickets in ten matches at an average of just 12.56.

The 29-year-old became only the third bowler in the tournament’s 92-year-history to take 60 or more wickets in a single Ranji season.

The speedster from Baramulla has the ability to swing the ball both ways and has a knack of picking wickets on batting friendly surfaces. The fast-bowler is also one of the front-runners to be the next cricketer to make their debut for India’s test side.

Published on Apr 11, 2026