Umesh Yadav is an Indian cricketer who was born on October 25, 1987, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. He is a right-arm fast-medium bowler and a right-handed batsman. He made his debut for India in all three formats of the game (Test, ODI, and T20) in 2010.
Biography: Umesh Yadav was born into a humble family in Nagpur, Maharashtra. His father was a coal mine worker. Umesh had an early interest in cricket and started playing at a young age. He used to practice on a cement pitch near his house. In his early years, he worked as a metal fitter in a factory while playing cricket on the weekends. Later, he joined Air India as a clerk.
Cricket Career: Umesh Yadav began his domestic cricket career playing for Vidarbha in 2008. He made his debut for India in 2010 against Zimbabwe in an ODI. He impressed in his first match and picked up four wickets. He was soon called up to the Indian Test team and made his debut against the West Indies in 2011.
Since then, Umesh Yadav has been a regular member of the Indian cricket team in all three formats of the game. He has played in several important matches and has been a key bowler for India in many matches. His ability to generate pace and swing has made him a dangerous bowler, particularly in Test matches.
Hobbies: Apart from cricket, Umesh Yadav loves to travel and explore new places. He is also fond of playing video games in his free time.
Net worth: As of 2021, Umesh Yadav’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million. He earns his income from his cricketing contracts, endorsements, and other business ventures.
Cricket Info: Umesh Yadav has played 48 Test matches for India, picking up 152 wickets at an average of 30.52. He has also played in 79 ODIs, picking up 106 wickets at an average of 32.27, and in 8 T20Is, picking up 6 wickets at an average of 38.83. He was a part of the Indian team that won the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy.
