Umesh Yadav Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Full name: Umeshkumar Tilak Yadav

Other name: Umesh Yaadav [1] Umesh Yaadav – Instagram

Nickname(s): • Vidarbha’s Hurricane [2] Facebook – Nagpur Institute of Technology, Nagpur • Bablu aka Babloo [3] Facebook – Umesh Yadav • Umya aka Umi • Paplu [4] Instagram – Sky247

Profession(s): • Cricketer (Bowler) • Investor • Indian government employee

Date of Birth: 25 October 1987 (Sunday)

Age (as of 2024): 37 Years

Birthplace: Khaparkheda, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

Zodiac sign: Scorpio

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Pokharbhinda Lala (Baraipur Lala), Govindpur, Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, India

Religion/Religious Views: He follows Hinduism and is an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. [5] Facebook – Umesh Yadav

Caste: Yadav Note: Yadav comes under Other Backward Classes (OBCs) category in most states of India.

Food Habit: Non-vegetarian [6] Instagram – Umesh Yaadav

Engagement Date: 16 April 2013

Marriage Date: 29 May 2013

Age: 37 Years

Check Out Other Celebrities Biography

EDUCATION

School: • Shankarrao Chavan Vidyalaya, Khaparkheda • Government Higher Secondary School, Walani

College/University: Arts, Commerce and Science College, Koradi

Educational Qualification: Pursuing Bachelor of Commerce degree (As of 2012)

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 11″ (180 cm)

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Black

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Married

Affairs/Girlfriends: Tanya Wadhwa (Fashion designer, dated for 3 years)

Wife/Spouse: Tanya Wadhwa (Fashion designer)

Children: Son – None Daughter – 2 • Hunarr (Born on 1 January 2021) • Dhriti (Born on 8 March 2023)

Parents: Father – Tilak Yadav (Wrestler during his 20s, later became a coal-mine worker, died on 23 February 2023) Mother – Kishori Devi (Died in February 2011)

Siblings: Brother – 2 (Elder) • Ramesh Yadav Sister – 1 (Elder)

Wife: Tanya Wadhwa

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

International Debut: ODI – On 28 May 2010 vs Zimbabwe in Bulawayo Test – On 6 November 2011 vs West Indies in Delhi T20 – On 7 August 2012 vs Sri Lanka in Pallekele

Awards, Honours, Achievements: • Wisden India Cricketer of the Year in 2013

MONEY FACTOR

Car Collection: BMW X5 SUV

Salary (approx.): Rs 5.8 (As of 2024) Note: This income is from his IPL contract with Gujarat Titans (GT).

OTHER INFORMATION

Jersey Number: #19 (India) #19 (IPL, County Cricket) #87 (Delhi Daredevils)

Domestic/State Team: Club Cricket • Vidarbha Gymkhana First-Class/List-A/T20 • Air India (2008-09) • Vidarbha Under-22 (2008-09) • Vidarbha Cricket Association XI (2008-2011) • Indian Board President’s XI (2009-2020) • National Cricket Academy (2010-2011) • Central Zone (2008-2014) • Rest of India (2010-2013) • India Blue (2010-11) • Central Zone (2011-2014) • India B (2012-2018) • India Red (2013-14) • Vidarbha (2008-present) Indian Premier League (IPL) • Delhi Daredevils (renamed Delhi Capitals) (2009-2013) • Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) (2014-2017, 2022-2023) • Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) (2018-2021) • Gujarat Titans (GT) (2024) County Championship • Middlesex (2022) • Essex (2023)

Coach/Mentor: • Subroto Banerjee • Pritam Ghande

Nature on field: Aggressive

Favourite Ball: Yorker

Records: • 1st player from Vidarbha area of Maharashtra to play for Indian Team • Highest strike rate (310) in an innings in a test (31 runs off 10 balls against South Africa on 20 October 2019)

Hobbies: • Travelling • Swimming

Tattoo(s): • Warrior tattoo on left arm • Lord Shiva tattoo on left shoulder • Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra on right arm • Virgin Mary on left arm • ‘Blessed Child’ text on left arm • His wife’s name ‘Tanya’ with a heart sign on left forearm • A portrait of Buddha on left forearm • Lion on left shoulder

Cricketer: Batsman – Sachin Tendulkar Bowler – Dale Steyn

Food: Roti and dal with ghee, chicken prepared in Saoji style

Actor: Akshay Kumar

Sprinter: Usain Bolt

Bike Collection: • Kawasaki Ninja • Royal Enfield Bullet

Instagram: Umesh Yaadav

Facebook: Umesh Yadav

Twitter: Umesh Yaadav

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Umesh Yadav’s journey through the world of athletics began with a fervent passion for running, as he participated in multiple sprint events including the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 400-meter races. His speed was exemplified when he clocked an impressive 100-meter time of 10.56 seconds. Initially, Yadav had aspirations of joining the Indian Army, but after facing rejection, he turned his sights to a police constable position. Unfortunately, he narrowly missed qualifying by just two points, a setback that would ultimately lead him down a different, yet fruitful path. As he turned 20, a friend suggested he venture into cricket as a means to earn money, an idea that would change the course of his life.

Yadav’s foray into cricket saw him participate in several local tournaments, where his remarkable performances caught the eye of scouts. This attention led to his selection for Vidarbha Gymkhana, a significant step in his budding career. The then-secretary of the Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) took notice of Yadav’s talent during one of these matches and subsequently enrolled him in the VCA summer camp. However, his initial experience was less than ideal; arriving in ordinary shoes, Yadav was asked to leave the camp by his local coach, an incident he recalls vividly and uses as a source of motivation to drive his relentless pursuit of excellence.

Under the mentorship of notable figures like Pritam Gandhe, the then-captain of the Vidarbha Ranji trophy team, Yadav honed his skills further. Gandhe recognized Yadav’s bowling prowess and advocated for his inclusion in the Vidarbha Ranji team, ultimately leading to Yadav’s successful debut season in 2008-2009. He made an immediate impact by taking 20 wickets in just four matches, which earned him a place in the Central Zone team for the Duleep Trophy. Yadav’s impressive debut in the Duleep Trophy was highlighted by the scalps of renowned players like Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman, signaling his arrival on the national stage.

His skill did not go unnoticed in the Indian Premier League (IPL), where he was acquired by the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) for ₹12 lakhs in 2009. Yadav made his IPL debut against the Chennai Super Kings in March 2010, marking the beginning of his professional cricketing journey. Over the years, he continued to rise through the ranks, delivering remarkable performances, including a standout showing during the 2015 ODI World Cup, where he took 18 wickets at an average of 17.83. Beyond his cricketing achievements, Yadav’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to invest in a Kolkata-based fashion portal and establish the Umesh Yadav Sports Academy in Nagpur, offering multi-sport training facilities to young athletes.

Throughout his career, Yadav has faced both triumphs and challenges, including a police complaint in 2023 against a friend-turned-manager for financial misconduct. Despite such obstacles, his passion for the game never wanes; he’s been a key player in several IPL seasons, with teams like Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore recognizing his talent. Notably, he played in the 2023 ICC World Test Championship final, and in December 2023, he was sold to the Gujarat Titans for ₹5.80 crores in the IPL auction. Off the field, Yadav is known for his love of fashion, owning a vast collection of clothes and shoes, and is a devoted dog lover. With an athletic build that allows him to bowl at speeds exceeding 140 kph—his fastest recorded delivery being 155.5 kph against Sri Lanka—Umesh Yadav continues to inspire both on and off the field, embodying the spirit of determination and resilience.

—

Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.