Avesh Khan will continue his journey with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2026 after being retained for ₹9.75 crore. The tall right-arm fast bowler has grown into one of the most experienced Indian pacers in the league, playing 76 matches and taking 87 wickets so far. Known for his pace, accuracy, and wicket-taking ability in pressure moments, Avesh remains a core part of LSG’s bowling attack.
His IPL journey has seen multiple breakthroughs—from being a youngster at RCB to emerging as a top wicket-taker with Delhi Capitals, and later becoming one of the most expensive uncapped players when Lucknow signed him for ₹10 crore in 2022.
Avesh Khan IPL 2026 Price & Team
| IPL Season | Team | Price |
|---|---|---|
| IPL 2026 | Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | ₹9.75 Crore |
Avesh continues to be one of the most valued Indian fast bowlers in the tournament because of his consistent wicket-taking ability and experience across phases, especially the powerplay and death overs.
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Avesh Khan IPL Career Summary
| Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy | Bowling Average | Batting Runs | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 87 | 4/24 | 9.12 | 28.29 | 62 | 19* |
Avesh Khan’s Role & Playing Style
Avesh Khan is known for:
- 140+ km/h pace
- Ability to swing the new ball
- Sharp yorkers and slower balls at the death
- Handling pressure overs in T20 cricket
His tall frame helps him generate bounce, making him a dangerous bowler, especially on pitches with pace and carry.
Avesh Khan IPL Batting Stats
Although primarily a bowler, Avesh has played some useful cameos down the order.
IPL Batting Stats (Overall)
| Season | Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 21 | 19* | 175.00 |
| 2024 | 16 | 10 | 7* | 200.00 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 0* | 0.00 |
| 2022 | 13 | 22 | 12 | 169.23 |
| 2021 | 16 | 5 | 5* | 166.66 |
| 2020–2017 | – | Scattered runs | – | – |
| Career | 76 | 62 | 19* | 167.57 |
Avesh Khan IPL Bowling Stats
Season-wise Bowling Performance
| Season | Matches | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Best Figures | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 47.2 | 487 | 13 | 3/37 | 10.29 |
| 2024 | 16 | 54.5 | 526 | 19 | 3/27 | 9.59 |
| 2023 | 9 | 29 | 283 | 8 | 3/25 | 9.76 |
| 2022 | 13 | 47.4 | 416 | 18 | 4/24 | 8.73 |
| 2021 | 16 | 61 | 450 | 24 | 3/13 | 7.37 |
| Previous Seasons | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Career | 76 | 269.5 | 2461 | 87 | 4/24 | 9.12 |
Highlights:
- 2021 remains his breakthrough season with 24 wickets.
- His best bowling performance: 4/24.
- Reliable wicket-taker in all phases of the innings.
Avesh Khan’s Last 10 IPL Bowling Performances
| Match | Bowling Figures |
|---|---|
| vs RCB | 1/32 |
| vs GT | 2/51 |
| vs SRH | 0/25 |
| vs PBKS | 0/57 |
| vs MI | 2/42 |
| vs DC | 0/19 |
| vs RR | 3/37 |
| vs CSK | 1/32 |
| vs GT | 1/32 |
| vs KKR | 1/45 |
Avesh has been among wickets consistently, especially in crucial matches where his pace and aggression help control the middle and death overs.
Avesh Khan IPL Journey
Early Years
- Debuted in IPL 2017 with RCB.
- Moved to Delhi Capitals, where he became a strike bowler.
- 2021 season made him one of the league’s top pacers.
Rise with Lucknow Super Giants
- Bought for ₹10 crore in 2022 (most expensive uncapped player at the time).
- Became LSG’s go-to bowler in pressure situations.
- Retained again for IPL 2026, showing the franchise’s high trust in him.
Why LSG Retained Avesh Khan for IPL 2026
- Proven wicket-taker.
- Indian fast bowlers of his quality are rare and highly valuable.
- Excellent record in powerplay & death overs.
- Experience of 8+ IPL seasons.
- Ability to lead a young bowling attack.
Avesh Khan Records & Achievements
- Most wickets for MP in Ranji Trophy 2018–19.
- India’s highest wicket-taker in U19 World Cup 2016.
- One of the most expensive uncapped players in IPL history (₹10 crore).
- Best IPL season: 2021 – 24 wickets.
Conclusion
Avesh Khan enters IPL 2026 as one of LSG’s most dependable bowlers. With 87 IPL wickets, multiple match-winning spells, and the ability to perform under pressure, he remains central to Lucknow’s bowling plans. His consistency and experience make him one of the top Indian fast-bowling assets in the tournament.
