Who is Vipraj Nigam? Uttar Pradesh Leg-Spinner Impresses with Big Hitting Against LSG

Vipraj Nigam Impresses on IPL Debut for Delhi Capitals Vipraj Nigam made his debut memorable debut in IPL 2025, playing for Delhi Capitals against Lucknow Super Giants at the Vizag Stadium. The young leg-spinner from Uttar Pradesh grabbed attention with his all-round performance, doing well with both bat and ball. He gave Delhi an early breakthrough by dismissing Aiden Markram. Later, he showed his batting skills by fighting hard and keeping DC’s hopes alive.

After the match, Kuldeep Yadav praised him. "Vipraj was a batter during his Under-19 days but later started bowling leg-spin. He understands his batting well and plays fearless shots. He has been working hard on his bowling and is turning the ball nicely," Kuldeep said. "

VIPRAJ NIGAM - THE 20 YEAR OLD SUPERSTAR FOR DELHI CAPITALS. 🫡

- 39 (15) on debut for DC in a 206 run chase. One of the finest striking by Vipraj, a knock to remember. pic.twitter.com/wbiKeuWHcx

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) March 24, 2025

He is a very talented player. He did well in the UP Premier League and also performed well in the Ranji Trophy. His big hitting surprised me, I hadn’t seen him bat like this before. I believe he has a bright future ahead," he added. Who is Vipraj Nigam? Vipraj Nigam is a promising leg-spinner from Uttar Pradesh. He played very well in the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, taking eight wickets in seven matches.

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He showed his batting skills and brutal power by smashing 27 runs in eight balls in a match against Andhra Pradesh. Before IPL 2025, he impressed in a Delhi Capitals practice match, scoring 54 off 29 balls with seven boundaries and two sixes. His performances earned him a ₹50 lakh contract in the IPL 2025 mega auction.