Tilak Varma is an Indian cricketer. He bats left-handed and bowls part-time off-spin. He plays for Hyderabad in domestic cricket and Mumbai Indians in the IPL.
He made his first-class debut in December 2018, T20 debut in February 2019, and List A debut in September 2019. He played for India in the 2020 Under-19 World Cup. He won a gold medal with India at the 2023 Asian Games in the men’s T20 event.
He captained India A in the 2024 ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup and led South Zone in the 2025–26 Duleep Trophy.
In the IPL, he joined Mumbai Indians in 2022. He scored 61 off 33 balls against Rajasthan Royals in his second match. In 2023, he hit 84 off 46 vs RCB and 43 off 14 in a playoff vs Gujarat Titans. In 2026, he scored 101 off 45 balls against Gujarat Titans.
5 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Tilak Varma
He Slept With a Plastic Bat and Ball
As a child, Tilak loved cricket very intensely. That he refused to be separated from his gear. His father bought him a plastic bat from a toy store, and the young boy became obsessed. He would often fall asleep clutching both the bat and ball tightly in his arms. That childhood obsession clearly paid off.
His Tattoos Honour His Faith and Family
Tilak is deeply religious and shows it on his skin. He has tattoos of Lord Ganesha and Lord Shiva. But there’s more – he also got his parents’ names inked on his body as a permanent thank you for all their sacrifices. Faith and family, always close to his heart.
Was a Ball Boy Who Met His Idol Raina
At just 12 years old, Tilak worked as a ball boy during an IPL 2014 match between CSK and SRH. That day, he had a brief chat with his childhood idol Suresh Raina. The moment left him so starstruck and inspired that he stayed awake that night practicing his basics. Dreams do come true.
The ‘Lemon Prank’ by Suryakumar Yadav
Mumbai Indians dressing room is full of fun, and Tilak is often the target. On a team flight, a sleeping Tilak became the victim of a hilarious prank. Senior teammate Suryakumar Yadav quietly squeezed a lemon slice into his open mouth. Tilak woke up in sour confusion, and the whole squad burst out laughing.
Viral Dating Rumor Was Completely Fake
In May 2026, social media exploded with rumors that Tilak was dating Telugu actor Sreeleela. It started after Suryakumar Yadav jokingly teased him on video saying, “Tilak Varma is in love.” But the truth? His team and the actor’s mother confirmed the two have never even met. Just a harmless prank gone viral.
FAQs
Q. What is Tilak Varma’s playing style?
A. Tilak Varma bats left-handed and bowls part-time off-spin.
Q. Which teams does Tilak Varma play for?
A. Tilak Varma plays for Hyderabad in domestic cricket. He plays for Mumbai Indians in the IPL.
Q. When did Tilak Varma make his cricket debuts?
A. Tilak Varma made his First-class debut in Dec 2018. Then T20 debut in Feb 2019. And List A debut in Sep 2019.
Q. Has Tilak Varma won any medals or tournaments?
A. Yes, He won a gold medal with India at the 2023 Asian Games.
Q. What are some of Tilak Varma’s IPL highlights?
A. He made 61 off 33 vs Rajasthan Royals (2022). He scored 84 off 46 vs RCB (2023). And 101 off 45 vs Gujarat Titans (2026).
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