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2025 was a year when cricket in India wasn't just about the veterans; it was about fresh faces stealing the limelight and making history. From World Cup heroics to record-breaking IPL debuts, fans took to Google in millions to track the rising stars who defined the cricketing calendar. Here are the top 5 Indian cricketers who dominated the search trends this year.
5. Jemimah Rodrigues
Jemimah Rodrigues became a national icon in 2025, largely due to one unforgettable innings. In the World Cup semi-final against Australia, she played the knock of a lifetime, smashing an unbeaten 127 off 134 balls. Her heroics helped India chase down a massive target of 339, eventually leading the team to their maiden ODI World Cup title against South Africa. Off the field, her popularity soared even further after she was named captain of the Delhi Capitals for WPL 2026, cementing her status as a leader for the next generation.
4. Shaik Rasheed
The Andhra youngster had a rollercoaster year that kept fans curious. Rasheed showed his class in domestic cricket with a stunning double century and an average of nearly 47 in the Ranji Trophy. He finally made his much-anticipated IPL debut for the Chennai Super Kings. However, despite his obvious talent, he found opportunities hard to come by in the star-studded lineup. Unfortunately, he was released by the franchise ahead of the auction, leaving fans debating his future and searching for his next move.
3. Abhishek Sharma
If anyone defined "explosive" in 2025, it was Abhishek Sharma. The left-hander had an absolute blast of a year, particularly in T20 Internationals. He amassed a staggering 859 runs in just 21 matches at a strike rate of over 193. His highlight reel included five fifties and a breathtaking 135 off just 54 balls against England at the Wankhede. His aggressive starts became India's biggest weapon, making him a constant fixture in trending topics.
2. Priyansh Arya
Priyansh Arya was the surprise package who took the IPL by storm. Opening for the Punjab Kings, he was instrumental in guiding the team to the IPL Final. He ended his debut season with 475 runs, including a destructive century (103 off 42 balls) against CSK. Before the IPL, he had already made headlines by hitting six sixes in an over during the Delhi Premier League. His consistent, rapid starts made him one of the most exciting new names in cricket.
1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi
At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the "Golden Boy" of world cricket. He was the name on everyone's lips, topping the search charts after a fairytale breakout. He shattered records by scoring a T20 century for the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, proving age is just a number. His dominance didn't stop there; he smashed records for India U-19s and is set to lead the team on their South Africa tour. To cap off a dream year, he was even awarded the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar.
