Dhruv Parashar

Dhruv Parashar, born on December 20, 2004, is an Indian-origin all-rounder who plays for the United Arab Emirates national cricket team. A right-handed batsman and right-arm off-spinner, he has gained recognition as a promising young cricketer. Parashar began his cricket journey in India but later moved to the UAE, where he quickly rose through the ranks. He made his T20 International debut for the UAE against Afghanistan on December 31, 2023, and his ODI debut followed in November 2024 against Oman. Since then, he has played 29 international matches for the UAE, earning praise for both his batting and bowling performances.

In domestic and franchise cricket, Parashar has been part of the Desert Vipers team in the International League T20 (ILT20), where his all-round skills have impressed coaches and fans alike. His league performances include solid middle-order batting with a strike rate over 100 and effective bowling, often contributing key wickets economically. Standing at 5 feet 8 inches, Parashar's combination of skill, youth, and versatility makes him a critical part of the UAE cricket team's future prospects.