Manish Pandey Biography: A Brilliant Finisher Who Can Prove His Spot in World Cup 2019

Manish Pandey rose to prominence when he scored a century in the second season of the Indian Premier League, becoming the first Indian to score a century in the tournament. He continued his rich vein of form in the domestic tournaments playing for Karnataka.

Pandey got the opportunity in the Indian Cricket team but he hasn’t been able to cement his spot in Virat Kohli‘s young India. But be rest assured that Pandey is a proven finisher and a brilliant fielder to add to it. He is also one of the many players eyeing the 2019 World Cup squad for the very open number 4 slot.

Manish Pandey Biography

Early Days and Domestic Career

Manish Krishnanand Pandey was born on 10 September 1989 in Nainital, Uttarakhand. He developed his love for cricket very early in his life. He started playing cricket during his primary education days. Satish, a well-known coach, who coached teams of Karnataka, Haryana and Orissa saw the talent in Manish and coached him in his early days.

One of the most memorable moments of my life – U19 Cricket World Cup victory! Great team, amazing camaraderie & the Trophy! #under19final #WorldCup @BCCI @ICC ?? pic.twitter.com/WsmIrqn4sk

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— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) March 2, 2019

Manish was a part of the team that won the Under-19 World Cup in 2008 under Virat Kohli in Malaysia. The flamboyant stroke maker is a vital cog in the Karnataka team. He had a breakthrough Ranji season in 2009-10 with 882 runs, ending up with four centuries and five fifties.

Success is best when it’s shared ! @RanjiKarnataka #RanjiTrophy #KARvRAJ pic.twitter.com/7wvGHt2bKp

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) January 18, 2019

International Career

Manish was handed his India cap during the ODI tour of Zimbabwe in July 2015. He scored 71 runs in his debut game. He came into limelight after a match-winning 104* against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground in January 2016.

Utter Dominance in Rajkot !!! Congratulations Guys on the amazing victory @bcci #INDvWI #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/dgxwWObhwq

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) October 6, 2018

He later went through a lean patch but was selected for the Champions Trophy 2017 but he injured himself and missed out of the ICC event.

Indian Premier League

Time for Playoffs #BringItOn #OrangeArmy #SRHVsCSK @SunRisers @IPL #BESTvsBEST pic.twitter.com/t5pjlALzaZ

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) May 22, 2018

Manish Pandey became the first Indian player to score an IPL century as he scored 114 off 73 balls against Deccan Chargers for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2009 IPL semi finals. In 2014, he was picked up by Kolkata Knight Riders. He was the Man of the Match in the finals of that season for a match-winning inning of 94 against Kings XI Punjab. He currently plays for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Career Statistics

Manish Pandey’s Favourites

Favourite Batsman – Rahul Dravid and AB De Villiers

Favourite Bowler – Morne Morkel

Favourite Actor – Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan

Favourite Actress – Priyamani

Favourite Band – Cold Play

Favourite Musician – Every Second Counts by Lance Armstrong and Sally Jenkin

Social Media

Enroute Kolkata✈️#orangearmy pic.twitter.com/ymFgLTPGD3

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) March 21, 2019

Well done boys, it’s been a remarkable last few days for us !! #Champions #SyedMushtaqAliTrophy2019 ? @BCCIdomestic @RanjiKarnataka pic.twitter.com/oYicZ7VUQm

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) March 14, 2019

Thank you for a fabulous evening! @krunalpandya24 ? pic.twitter.com/AjlPIi1IpT

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) January 6, 2019

#Fly It’s important to keep pushing yourself to the limit and someday you will learn something new about yourself! All set for the T20’s ✌️ pic.twitter.com/qTM1WdedE8

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) November 3, 2018

Would like to thank one n all for all the love,support and good wishes , Thank u all for making it this special ?✌️????? pic.twitter.com/KvxZMnxDbh

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) September 11, 2018

TimeOut #Manchester pic.twitter.com/ap0DLKXGlE

— Manish Pandey (@im_manishpandey) July 3, 2018

At Least 5-6 players are in contention of the number 4 slot in the Indian team to the World Cup 2018 to be held in England and his name is probably in the top 2 or 3.

Hope Manish Pandey gets a few more opportunities in the national team to prove himself for he is an able finisher, for sure.

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