Engineer Anshuman Hooda wins DPL Purple Cap after two failed U-23 trials

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Anshuman Hooda, a Delhi Technological University graduate and MNC employee, has emerged as a standout fast bowler in the Delhi Premier League, claiming the Purple Cap. Despite having no age-group cricket background and a past as a national-level roller skater, Hooda developed into a 140 kmph pace bowler. He had previously attempted two Under-23 trials without success and had considered giving up cricket altogether. His coach Harish Dagar believes Hooda has the potential to bowl at 150 kmph. The DPL has now opened a credible pathway for him from corporate life to professional cricket.

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