Unmukt Chand
Player Information
Player Overview
Unmukt Chand is an India born USA right hand wicket keeper batter playing for Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in ILT20 2026. He captained India to the 2012 ICC Under 19 World Cup, scoring an unbeaten 111 in the final against Australia. After a decade in Indian domestic cricket, he retired in 2021 and moved to the United States, becoming one of the pioneers of USA cricket. He played in the inaugural MLC season for San Francisco Unicorns and represented USA in the 2024 T20 World Cup on home soil, becoming one of the most inspiring stories in modern cricket.
Playing Style
Unmukt Chand bats right handed and operates primarily as a top order batter and wicket keeper. Known for his elegant stroke play and ability to build innings, he has reinvented his career in USA cricket after stepping away from Indian domestic cricket. His experience across Indian first class cricket, franchise T20 leagues and international cricket for USA gives him a unique combination of technical solidity and T20 adaptability.