Who is Tanush Kotian? The Young Mumbai Spinner Joining India for the Last Two Tests Against Australia

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Tanush Kotian, a 26-year-old spinner from Mumbai, has been included in India’s squad for the final two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.

His inclusion follows Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement after the Gabba Test. With only Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar as spin options, Kotian was called to strengthen the team.

Kotian, who is an off-spinning all-rounder, is currently part of Mumbai’s Vijay Hazare Trophy squad. He will travel to Melbourne on Tuesday to join the Indian team. The BCCI confirmed his addition to the squad through an official release on Monday.

Domestic Success and Career Highlights of Tanush Kotian

Tanush Kotian has been an important player for Mumbai in domestic cricket. He was part of Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy-winning team last season, where he scored 502 runs at an average of 41.83 and picked 29 wickets at 16.96. His all-round performance earned him the Player of the Tournament award.

The off-spinner has also made a mark in other domestic tournaments. He scored a century in the Irani Cup, helping Mumbai win the title after 27 years. In the Duleep Trophy, he took 10 wickets in three matches for India A, contributing to their victory.

Kotian has played 33 first-class matches so far, scoring 1525 runs at an average of 41.21, with two centuries and 13 half-centuries. With the ball, he has taken 101 wickets at an average of 25.70. His consistent performances have made him an integral part of Mumbai’s playing XI.

The 26-year-old was also part of the India A squad for unofficial Tests against Australia A earlier this year. In the second match, he scored 44 runs and took one wicket.

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