--- title: "Sikandar Bhatti: From grassroots cricket in Gujarat to a ₹16.50 lakh ISPL moment" url: "https://blog.cricheroes.com/sikandar-bhatti-journey/" date: "2025-12-29T11:25:02+05:30" modified: "2025-12-29T11:28:04+05:30" author: name: "Manan Joshi" url: "https://blog.cricheroes.com/" categories: - "Success Stories" - "Top Grassroots cricket" word_count: 1011 reading_time: "6 min read" summary: "When people in India’s tennis cricket circuit talk about fearless batting, one name keeps coming up. Sikandar Bhatti, better known as DD – Deadly Danger, is not a story built on privilege. It i..." description: "Sikandar Bhatti, aka DD Deadly Danger, rose from Dhrangadhra to ISPL stardom. Full journey, stats, struggles, and records." keywords: "Sikandar Bhatti, Success Stories, Top Grassroots cricket" language: "en" schema_type: "Article" related_posts: - title: "Royal Premier League Pulwama 2025: Full Schedule, Teams, Live Score & Updates" url: "https://blog.cricheroes.com/royal-premier-league-pulwama-2025-schedule/" - title: "PIMS Mewar Cup 2026 brings IPL stars to Udaipur with a strong social message" url: "https://blog.cricheroes.com/pims-mewar-cup-2026-udaipur-ipl-stars/" - title: "The Inaugural Tata Women’s Premier League 2023: Live Score, Teams, Schedule & Table" url: "https://blog.cricheroes.com/tata-womens-premier-league-2023-live-score-teams-schedule-table/" --- # Sikandar Bhatti: From grassroots cricket in Gujarat to a ₹16.50 lakh ISPL moment _Published: December 29, 2025_ _Author: Manan Joshi_ ![Sikandar Bhatti](https://blog.cricheroes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/seo_blog_banner-2025-12-29T111254.341-1024x576.jpg) When people in India’s tennis cricket circuit talk about fearless batting, one name keeps coming up. [**Sikandar Bhatti**](https://cricheroes.com/player-profile/5624987/sikandar-bhatti/matches?utm_source=blog.cricheroes.com&utm_medium=organic_seo&utm_campaign=best-cricket-books), better known as **DD – Deadly Danger**, is not a story built on privilege. It is built on long days, short chances, and belief that never faded. From selling vegetables to smashing sixes under pressure, Sikandar Bhatti’s rise shows what consistency and courage can still achieve in Indian grassroots cricket. ## Early life and background Born on **7 April 1997** in **Dhrangadhra, Gujarat**, Sikandar Bhatti grew up in a working-class household. His father, **Firoz Ismail Bhatti**, earns his living by selling vegetables. **Akram Bhai** works as a daily-wage laborer. Money was tight. Opportunities were limited. Still, one thing never lacked. Support. “Kabhi bhi cricket khelne se mana nahi kiya. Unhone kabhi yeh nahi bola ke jao paisa kamao, cricket mein kuch nahi milega.” That trust became the base of everything that followed. ![](https://blog.cricheroes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-33.jpeg) ## First steps into cricket Sikandar’s cricket journey started during his school years. Watching local players like **Bharat Gadhavi**, **Rakesh Tajpariya**, and **Nilesh Vyas** pushed him toward competitive cricket. Among them, **Bharat Bhai Gadhavi** played the biggest role. He spotted Sikandar’s raw ability and worked patiently to shape it. “Talent mere andar tha, par usko bahar lane ka kaam Bharat Bhai ne kiya.” Those early chances in stronger teams helped Sikandar understand pressure cricket. ## Early professional journey At just **15 years old**, Sikandar entered professional tennis cricket. His first match fees ranged between **₹300 to ₹500**. These games were more than earnings. They were lessons. He learned to bat against senior bowlers, adjust to conditions, and trust his instincts. ![](https://blog.cricheroes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-36-1000x1024.jpeg) ## Domestic breakthrough moment The real turning point came at the **Jainabad Ratriprakash Cricket Tournament 2017–18** in **Patdi, Gujarat**. Facing established names like **Hamir Sama** and **Hitendra Singh**, Sikandar emerged as the tournament’s surprise package. - **Man of the Series** - **Final match**: 50 runs - **Man of the Match** in the final For the first time, his name started circulating beyond local grounds. ## ISPL journey: rejection to redemption Sikandar’s ISPL path was not smooth. - **Season 1**: Form filled, but didn’t go for trials - **Season 2**: Applied as an all-rounder, rejected after a simulation match - **Season 3**: Applied as a specialist batsman; the result changed everything ISPL simulation matches are designed to test temperament, not comfort. When his moment arrived, Sikandar delivered. ### The defining simulation match - **29 runs off 12 balls** - **3 sixes, 1 four, 7 singles** - **Zero dot balls** That knock earned him the **Blue Ticket**, straight into the **ISPL Season 3 auction**. > *“Main bas khud par bharosa kar raha tha. > ₹16 lakh tak bidding jayegi, ye socha bhi nahi tha.”* ## ISPL auction and big-league performances At the auction, Sikandar Bhatti was sold for **₹16 lakh** to Ahmedabad Lions He had expected around ₹10 lakh based on his recent form. The final bid surprised him. Key tournament performances: - **Delhi Super Series**: Top 5 run-scorers - **Haryana Dream Tennis Cricket League**: 2nd highest run-scorer, behind Fardeen Kazi - **Indore Crick Bro Tournament**: Five sixes off **Jignesh Patel** ![](https://blog.cricheroes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-34-731x1024.jpeg) ## Rise across major tournaments Sikandar’s consistency turned him into a sought-after name: - Multiple tournaments in **Surendranagar**, winning **Best Batsman** and **Man of the Series** awards - **Gujarat Cricket League (GCL)**: Star player for **Ahmedabad Avengers**, frequent Yellow Cap (Most runs) holder in 2025 - **Supremo Tournament:** One of the most competitive tennis-ball tournaments, where Sikandar stood out with consistent match-winning knocks - **Rajnandini Cup (West Bengal Tennis Cricket World Cup):** Performed on a national-level stage, delivering key innings against top teams from across India - **Ratan Bhuva Tournament**: Six fours in six balls, played the final in the presence of **Kedar Jadhav** (international cricketer) - **Odisha Big Bash Dhamaka**: Man of the Series - **BJPL Kolkata 2024**: Second-highest run scorer He has also played in **Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Africa**, performing strongly overseas. ![](https://blog.cricheroes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-35-806x1024.jpeg) ## Big-match performances At the **Khas Khabar Cup 2025**, featuring top players from **Gujarat and Rajasthan**, Sikandar Bhatti stood out with a match-winning **century** and finished the tournament as **Player of the Tournament**. See his 107 off 33 balls on [CricHeroes](https://cricheroes.com/scorecard/16884241/khas-khabar-jitendra-varu-memorial-cup-2025/dc-junagadh-vs-lucky-xi-3/summary?utm_source=blog.cricheroes.com&utm_medium=organic_seo&utm_campaign=best-cricket-books). ### Run-Scoring Consistency in 2025 In **2025**, Sikandar Bhatti finished as the **top run-scorer** in Gujarat’s leading tournaments, including **SKPL – Porbandar**, **Diwali Unity Cup**, and **SKPL Season 2**. His form did not stop there. Across **several tournaments outside Gujarat**, he continued to deliver consistent, high-impact performances, reinforcing his reputation as a reliable run-scorer. ## Playing style and strengths - **Role**: Specialist batsman - **Batting approach**: Aggressive and attacking - **Trademark shot**: Reverse sweep - **Strength**: Chasing under pressure He enjoys responsibility when targets look tough. ## Career numbers on CricHeroes | **Category** | **Stats** | |---|---| | Matches | 739 | | Runs | 19,168 | | Strike rate | 216.98 | | 30s | 147 | | 50s | 108 | | 100s | 11 | | Four | 1,870 | | Sixes | 1,495 | ## Health setback and comeback During the **Delhi Super Series**, Sikandar was diagnosed with **vitamin B12 deficiency**. After rest and medical treatment, he returned fully fit and continued performing at the same level. ### Fan Following Sikandar Bhatti’s growing popularity is clear across platforms. He is followed by **56.1K+ users on Instagram** and **12,600+ users on CricHeroes**, reflecting his rising recognition both on and off the field. ![](https://blog.cricheroes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-38-834x1024.jpeg) ## Personal life and inspiration Cricket remains Sikandar’s biggest passion. His favourite cricketer is **Virat Kohli**, whom he admires for fitness and chasing ability. > *“ Virat Kohli chase master hai. Surendranagar mein jab bhi chase hota hai, log mujhe bhi chase master bolte hain.”* ## Earnings and ground reality Sikandar earns through: - Match fees - ISPL annual contracts - Tournament appearances When matches are not available, he works without hesitation: - Selling vegetables - Daily labour - Loading cotton and iron goods > *“Kaam koi bhi chhota nahi hota.”* ## Player profile: track Sikandar Bhatti’s journey Follow Sikandar Bhatti’s verified match records, stats, and performances on **CricHeroes**. 👉 **View** [**Sikandar Bhatti’s CricHeroes profile**](https://cricheroes.com/player-profile/5624987/sikandar-bhatti/matches?utm_source=blog.cricheroes.com&utm_medium=organic_seo&utm_campaign=best-cricket-books) ## CricHeroes testimonial > *“CricHeroes players ke liye bahut kaam ka platform hai. Runs aur records yahan properly save hote hain, chahe match India ke bahar ho. Pehle scoring mistakes hoti thi, ab data hamesha safe rehta hai. Is platform ne hamare game ko proper pehchan di.”* ![](https://blog.cricheroes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-37-768x1024.jpeg) ## FAQs **Who is Sikandar Bhatti? He is a tennis cricket batsman from Gujarat, known as DD – Deadly Danger. **Where is Sikandar Bhatti from? Dhrangadhra, Gujarat. **What is Sikandar Bhatti’s ISPL auction price? ₹16 lakh in ISPL Season 3. **What is his strongest batting shot? The reverse sweep. **How many runs has Sikandar Bhatti scored? 19,168 runs across 739 matches. --- _View the original post at: [https://blog.cricheroes.com/sikandar-bhatti-journey/](https://blog.cricheroes.com/sikandar-bhatti-journey/)_ _Served as markdown by [Third Audience](https://github.com/third-audience) v3.5.3_ _Generated: 2026-04-27 20:50:22 UTC_