Tushar Deshpande is a dependable and steadfast fast bowler who has a proven record of maintaining his composure in the high-pressure situations and notching in yorkers in the final overs. He was born in Kalyan, Maharashtra on 15 May 1995 and made his presence felt with regular performances at home cricket for Mumbai and made his IPL debut. He has played for Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings and is currently playing for Rajasthan Royals over the years. He made his debut for India in 2024 following his outstanding performance in the IPL 2023 season with CSK. This article goes into quite a bit of detail about his age, career, statistics, net worth, and personal life.
Who is Tushar Deshpande?Â
Tushar Deshpande (15 May 1995, born in Kalyan, Maharashtra, India) is an Indian Professional Cricketer. He is a right-arm medium fast bowler and his career in domestic cricket was first impacted by the Mumbai brand, and later in the IPL by joining Delhi Capitals in 2020. He broke into the League with Chennai Super Kings, picking up 21 wickets in the title-winning season of 2023. This form got him his India debut against Zimbabwe in July 2024. He signed for Rajasthan Royals ahead of the 2025 season and is currently playing for the Royals. He is renowned for his calming demeanour and yorkers in trouble, and will continue to be regarded as one of India’s future pace prospects.
| Aspect | Details |
| Full Name | Tushar Uday Deshpande |
| Nickname | Tushar |
| Profession | Professional Cricketer |
| Date of Birth | May 15, 1995 |
| Age (2026) | 31 Years |
| Birthplace | Kalyan, Maharashtra, India |
| Hometown | Kalyan, Maharashtra |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Playing Role | Bowler |
| Batting Style | Left-Handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-Arm Medium-Fast |
Tushar Deshpande Age
Tushar Deshpande was born on May 15, 1995. As of 2026 he is 31 years old. His zodiac sign is a Taurus.
Height, Weight & Physical Appearance
Tushar Deshpande is 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall with an athletic build, which is ideal for fast bowling. He has a structured fitness program that incorporates endurance, strength and agility. He has dark brown eyes, black hair and has kept himself extremely fit for cricket this season, especially on the domestic field, as well as on the franchise level.
Family Background
Tushar Deshpande grew up in a loving and caring Maharashtrian family. From a young age his parents Uday Deshpande and Vandana Deshpande encouraged him to take a career in cricket. They were there to aid him and helped him to rise above his initial setbacks. The wife of Tushar is Nabha Gaddamwar, who is an art instructor. In 2026 they started their family, welcoming a son.
- Father: Uday Deshpande
- Mother: Vandana Deshpande
- Siblings: Not publicly disclosed / information unavailable
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Nabha Gaddamwar (art teacher), married in December 2023
- Children: One son (born 2026)
Early Life & Education
Tushar was born in Kalyan, near Mumbai, and honed his batting skills on local grounds before taking a leap up the ladder in Mumbai. Though hyped for his lack of pace in his early career, it all turned around when he was selected to represent Mumbai in domestic cricket.
He attended R.A. Podar College of Commerce & Education but continued to love the game. Having played consistently well in both domestic and IPL formats of cricket, he finally earned his maiden call-up to India in 2024.
Career
Tushar Deshpande got a break with Mumbai and then emerged as a big wicket taker in the 2015-16 Cooch Behar Trophy with 21 wickets. These are the reasons for him being chosen for Mumbai’s senior Indian team. Deshpande is a Mumbai cricketer in all formats of the game. He also has proved his big-time ability as a batsman and is consistent in all the three formats of the Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and is one of the best pacers in Mumbai today.
His IPL debut was in 2020 with Delhi Capitals and in 2022, he joined the Chennai Super Kings. He also had a considerable impact on CSK’s title-winning 2023 campaign, picking up 21 wickets during the season. Ahead of the 2025 season, he was signed by Rajasthan Royals, for whom he now plays. Mumbai pacer got his first India call-up in 2024 when he made his debut in the T20I format against Zimbabwe.
Stats
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | SR | Wickets | Bowl Avg | Economy | Catches |
| T20I | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a | 2 | 27.5 | 9.17 | 2 |
| IPL | 49 | 28 | 14.0 | 127.3 | 54 | 31.31 | 9.96 | 9 |
| First-Class | 37 | 522 | 14.10 | n/a | 100 | 28.97 | 3.30 | 11 |
| List A | 40 | 51 | 8.50 | 98.07 | 51 | 32.86 | 5.58 | 8 |
| T20 | 92 | 51 | 7.28 | 110.86 | 127 | 22.55 | 8.75 | 16 |
Recent MatchesÂ
| Date | Match | Bowling Figures |
| 29 May 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans | 0/34 |
| 9 May 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans | 0/52 |
| 1 May 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals | 1/38 |
| 25 Apr 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | 0/43 |
| 13 Apr 2026 | Rajasthan Royals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1/55 |
Tushar Deshpande Net WorthÂ
Tushar Deshpande’s net worth is estimated to be in the range of ₹10 crore – ₹20 crore as of 2026. His main sources of income are cricket — both domestic competitions and IPL contracts – along with brand endorsements. His moves between leading IPL franchises have boosted his earnings over the years.
Social Media Presence
Tushar Deshpande keeps his social media account alive with fitness sessions, details of matches, workout training and personal glimpses of his life. Since his IPL triumph and debut for India he has been a popular figure.
| Platform | Handle | Followers |
| @tushardeshpande_24 | 407K | |
| Twitter (X) | @TusharD_24 | 12.5K |
Note: The follower mentioned above are actual number at the writing of this article. For the most accurate and up-to-date figures, please check his official profiles directly.
Conclusion
It’s been the hard work and dedication that has made Tushar Deshpande grow from the local leagues of Mumbai to the India side. He has been extremely successful in the delivery game in pressure situations-for Mumbai and especially for Rajasthan Royals in the T20 format. As he has brought success to the Indian side on the domestic circuit, there is no dearth of opportunities for him in the coming years at the IPL and international level.
FAQ’S
Tushar Deshpande is an Indian right arm medium-fast bowler, who currently plies his trade with Mumbai in domestic cricket and Rajasthan Royals in the IPL.
He is 31 years old as of 2026.
He is a former player of Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals.
He is making his debut in July 2024 for India in T20 international cricket against Zimbabwe.
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