Mumbai, Nov 26: JSW Sports, the distinguished sports arm of Indian conglomerate of JSW Group, has announced the addition of talented 19-year-old Rajasthan cricketer Kartik Sharma to its roster of top talents. Born and raised in Rajasthan, he made his debut for Rajasthan’s senior team last year and has since become a regular player across all three formats.
A right-hand batter with impressive wicketkeeping abilities, Kartik represents the next generation of Indian cricketers who combine skill with adaptability. He announced his arrival at the senior level with a century on debut against Uttarakhand in the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season. He also went on to become Rajasthan’s top scorer in the 2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy, scoring 445 runs in nine matches.
Speaking about the signing, Divyanshu Singh, Chief Executive Officer, JSW Sports said,
“Kartik is an exciting young prospect who has shown maturity beyond his years. At such a young age, he has already established himself as a regular member of his state’s senior team, which showcases his consistency, temperament, and future potential. His ability to deliver across formats at just 19 has further cemented his status as one of the most closely watched talents in domestic cricket. We, at JSW Sports, look forward to supporting his journey as he moves into an important phase of his career.”
Expressing his gratitude and optimism, Kartik Sharma said,
“I am delighted to join the JSW Sports family. It is a huge step in my career at this early stage, and I am thankful for the trust they have shown in me. Having the backing of JSW Sports, an organisation that has supported so many top athletes, gives me great confidence. I am excited for what lies ahead and will continue to work hard to make the most of every opportunity.”
Kartik will benefit from JSW Sports’ world-class training ecosystem, experienced athlete management guidance, and extensive commercial representation. He is currently part of the Rajasthan squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, set to play their first match against Tamil Nadu on 26th November. With the IPL auction approaching, Kartik’s all-round consistency and temperament have positioned him as a promising prospect for the future.
JSW Sports’ roster includes some of the most recognized as well as promising cricketers in India such as Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Axar Patel, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, and Suryansh Shedge. With this signing, JSW Sports continues to strengthen its commitment to developing the next generation of India’s sporting talent across various disciplines who have the ability to excel on the global stage.
