Priyam Garg is a rising star in Indian cricket, hailing from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. His journey from a humble background to leading India’s Under-19 team is truly inspiring.

Wiki/Biography

Born on Thursday, 30 November 2000 (age 23 years as of 2023), in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, Priyam Garg’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. His full name is Priyam Kumar Garg. He prioritized his cricket career over formal schooling. Tragedy struck when his mother passed away when he was just 11. This difficult time tested his resolve, but with his father’s unwavering support, he persevered. His family faced financial hardship, but his father’s encouragement kept him focused on his cricketing dreams.

Physical Appearance

Priyam Garg’s physical attributes include:

• Height (approx.): 5’9″
• Eye Colour: Black
• Hair Colour: Black

Family

Priyam’s father, Naresh Garg, works as a driver. His mother, Kusum Devi, sadly passed away in 2011. He has a supportive older brother, Shivam Garg, a pharmacist, and another brother. He also has three older sisters: Pooja, Jyoti, and Reshu. The family’s close bond has been a constant source of strength for Priyam throughout his career.

Cricket

Priyam’s cricket journey began at the young age of 6. His father, despite facing financial constraints, recognized his son’s talent. He sought out Sanjay Rastogi, a coach at the Victoria Park cricket ground in Meerut (40 km from their home). Coach Rastogi saw Priyam’s potential and offered free training. Every day, Priyam travelled by bus with a sibling for practice. He was selected for the Uttar Pradesh cricket team in 2018, making his debut in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Shortly after, during the Ranji Trophy, he scored his maiden century against Goa – a defining moment in his young career.

Despite initial consideration for India’s Under-19 team in 2018, a temporary dip in form led selectors to give him time to regain confidence. His time with the Uttar Pradesh team provided opportunities to learn from guest coaches, including the memorable experience of interacting with Suresh Raina, who offered valuable advice and encouragement.

Inspired by Sachin Tendulkar, Priyam strives to emulate his idol’s grace and skill. He sees Tendulkar as his inspiration and hopes to meet him one day.

On December 2nd, the BCCI appointed Priyam Garg as captain of India’s Under-19 team for the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup in South Africa and also for India’s tour of South Africa. This appointment marks a significant milestone in his career.

Facts/Trivia

Here are some interesting facts about Priyam Garg:

• He enjoys playing chess.
• Initially aspiring to be a bowler, his coaches recognized his batting talent and steered him towards it.
• Growing up, the family’s limited resources meant watching cricket matches at a local paan shop.
• His father worked various jobs to support the family, including driving a school bus, selling milk, loading goods, and delivering newspapers.
• He admires Rohit Sharma and Cheteshwar Pujara, appreciating their patience and strategic shot planning.

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