Mayank Kumar

Mayank Kumar is a dependable right-handed opening batsman and a versatile right-arm medium bowler who has become a key fixture in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) top order. Born on February 5, 1997, in Haryana, India, he moved to the UAE to pursue his cricketing ambitions, rising through the local club scene and representing the UAE Under-19 team. Since making his senior debut, Mayank has earned a reputation as a technically sound 'accumulator' who can anchor an innings, a skill set that has seen him find success in both the One Day International (ODI) and T20I formats.

As of late January 2026, Mayank’s career has reached a new peak with his selection in the UAE's 15-man squad for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. His inclusion follows a series of impactful performances in the 2025 season, including a standout role in the Rising Stars T20 Asia Cup and the T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifiers. With a career T20I strike rate of 142.50 and a high score of 102$, he is expected to provide much-needed stability and aggression at the top of the order alongside captain Muhammad Waseem. In the domestic circuit, he remains a prominent figure for teams like the Dubai Dare Devils and Ajman Heroes, consistently proving his value as a reliable run-scorer across the Emirates' competitive T20 leagues.