The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a breeding ground for young talent, launching the careers of cricketers from around the world. With IPL 2025 set to begin on March 22, several young players are already being regarded as the future of cricket. Here are eight rising stars who could make a big impact this season.

1. Robin Minj (Mumbai Indians)

• Age: 22 | Role: Wicketkeeper-Batsman
• Was set to debut last season but missed out due to a road accident.
• Bought by Mumbai Indians for ₹65 lakh.
• A power-hitter from Jharkhand, known for his helicopter shots, drawing comparisons to MS Dhoni and Chris Gayle.

2. Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)

• Age: 13 | Role: Left-Handed Batsman
• The youngest player in IPL history to earn a contract.
• Bought by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore.
• Scored a 58-ball century in the Under-19 Youth Test against Australia.
• Recently hit a triple century for Bihar in U-19 cricket.

3. Suryansh Shedge (Punjab Kings)

• Age: 22 | Role: All-Rounder
• Key player in Mumbai's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy victory.
• Played for Lucknow Super Giants (2023) but didn’t get a match.
• Bought by Punjab Kings for ₹30 lakh.
• Known for his aggressive batting and has taken 8 wickets in 9 innings.

4. Priyansh Arya (Punjab Kings)

• Age: 21 | Role: Left-Handed Opener
• Made headlines by hitting 6 sixes in an over in the Delhi Premier League.
• Scored 120 off 50 balls in DPL, followed by a century in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
• Punjab Kings secured him for ₹3.4 crore.

5. Vipraaj Nigam (Delhi Capitals)

• Age: 20 | Role: Leg-Spinner
• Inspired by Rashid Khan, known for his quick leg-spin and accuracy.
• Took 20 wickets in 11 innings in UPT20 League with an economy of 7.45.
• Bought by Delhi Capitals and expected to make an impact in middle overs.

6. Ryan Rickelton (Mumbai Indians)

• Age: 28 | Role: Wicketkeeper-Batsman
• South African opener who will bat alongside Rohit Sharma.
• Starred in SA20 2025 for MI Cape Town, playing with a 177.41 strike rate in the powerplay.
• Purchased by Mumbai Indians for ₹1 crore.

7. Corbin Bosch (Mumbai Indians)

• Age: 30 | Role: All-Rounder
• Initially unsold but later signed by Mumbai Indians as a replacement for Lizad Williams.
• Took 11 wickets for MI Cape Town in SA20 2025, helping them win the title.
• A reliable middle-over bowler with big-hitting abilities.

8. Ishan Malinga (Sunrisers Hyderabad)

• Age: 24 | Role: Fast Bowler
• Signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹1.2 crore.
• Made his ODI debut for Sri Lanka before IPL 2025.
• First gained attention by winning the fast bowling competition in 2019.
• Known for his ability to swing the new ball and deliver pinpoint yorkers in death overs.