Naman Dhir IPL stats tell the story of a batter Mumbai Indians backed early and then refused to let go. Bought for just Rs 20 lakh ahead of the 2024 season, the Punjab all-rounder made an instant impression with his fearless middle-order hitting, and by the 2025 mega auction four franchises wanted him. Mumbai used their Right to Match card to keep him for Rs 5.25 crore, a sixty-fold jump in price that showed how highly the five-time champions rate him. Three seasons in, Dhir has 710 IPL runs at a strike rate of 163.97, and in September 2026 he forced his way into India’s white-ball squads on the back of a record-breaking domestic T20 season.
This page covers Naman Dhir’s complete IPL record: his season-by-season numbers for 2024, 2025 and 2026, his auction and retention price history, his role at Mumbai Indians, and what is confirmed so far about IPL 2027. IPL 2027 statistics are not available yet because the season has not started.
Naman Dhir IPL Stats Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Naman Dhir |
| IPL Debut | 2024 (Mumbai Indians) |
| Role | Batting all-rounder |
| Batting Style | Right-hand bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm off-break |
| Current IPL Team | Mumbai Indians |
| IPL Matches | 37 |
| IPL Runs | 710 |
| Highest Score | 62* |
| IPL Wickets | 0 |
| IPL 2027 Team | Not officially confirmed |
| IPL 2027 Price | Not officially confirmed |
Who Is Naman Dhir?
Naman Dhir was born on 31 December 1999 in Ambala, Haryana, and grew up in Faridkot, Punjab, where his father’s job had taken the family. He plays domestic cricket for Punjab. A right-hand batter who bowls right-arm off-break, Dhir made his Ranji Trophy debut for Punjab in December 2022 and marked it with two centuries in his first season.
His rise nearly never happened. Overlooked by selectors for four years after playing Punjab Under-16s, Dhir was close to applying for permanent residency in Canada in early 2022 before his father persuaded him to give cricket one more year. Mumbai Indians signed him for his base price of Rs 20 lakh at the 2024 auction. In September 2026 he broke the record for the highest score in an Indian domestic T20 competition with 173 off 64 balls for Amritsar Soormas in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League, finishing the tournament with 655 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 217.6. Weeks later he made his India debut: first in ODIs against West Indies at Thiruvananthapuram on 27 September 2026, then in T20Is at Lucknow the following week.
Naman Dhir IPL Teams
Dhir has spent his entire IPL career with Mumbai Indians, who first signed him in 2024 and have retained him every season since.
| Season | Team | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Mumbai Indians | Rs 20 lakh | Auction (bought at base price) |
| 2025 | Mumbai Indians | Rs 5.25 crore | Retention via Right to Match card |
| 2026 | Mumbai Indians | Rs 5.25 crore | Retained |
| 2027 | – | – | Not officially confirmed |
The 2025 mega auction was the turning point in his valuation. After four other franchises bid for him, Mumbai matched the final bid with their RTM card at Rs 5.25 crore. He was retained at the same figure ahead of the 2026 season. As of 15 October 2026, Mumbai Indians have not officially announced their IPL 2027 retentions, though media squad projections list Dhir as staying with the franchise.
Naman Dhir IPL 2024 Stats
Dhir played seven games in his debut season and announced himself immediately. His unbeaten 62 off 28 balls against Lucknow Super Giants at Wankhede on 17 May 2024, an innings that included an assault on the bowling in the middle overs, remains his highest IPL score. He finished the season striking at 177.22, the mark of a batter trusted to score quickly rather than bat long.
| Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 140 | 62* | 23.33 | 177.22 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 10 |
Naman Dhir IPL 2025 Stats
Retained for Rs 5.25 crore, Dhir played all 16 of Mumbai’s games in 2025 and produced his most consistent season: 252 runs at an average of 31.50 and a strike rate of 182.61, the best average and strike rate of his three IPL seasons. His top score of 46 showed his role clearly. He was not picked to anchor innings; he was picked to lift the scoring rate through the middle and at the death.
| Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 12 | 252 | 46 | 31.50 | 182.61 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 13 |
Naman Dhir IPL 2026 Stats
The 2026 season gave Dhir his heaviest workload yet: 14 matches and a career-best 318 runs, including two half-centuries with a top score of 57. His strike rate dipped to 147.22, the lowest of his three seasons, which suggests he was asked to bat in slightly different situations and take more responsibility. He now forms part of a formidable MI middle order alongside Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma, with Hardik Pandya captaining the side. Even so, his career strike rate stayed above 160, and by the end of the season he had established himself as a regular in Mumbai’s middle order rather than a fringe squad player.
| Matches | Innings | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 14 | 318 | 57 | 26.50 | 147.22 | 2 | 0 | 31 | 13 |
Naman Dhir IPL 2027 Stats
IPL 2027 statistics are not available yet because the season has not started. Dhir’s 2027 team and price will be confirmed when Mumbai Indians announce their retentions and the auction takes place. This page will be updated when official numbers are available.
Naman Dhir IPL 2027 Team and Price
As of 15 October 2026, neither Dhir’s IPL 2027 team nor his price is officially confirmed. He was retained by Mumbai Indians at Rs 5.25 crore for the 2026 season, and media projections ahead of the 2027 mini-auction list him as part of Mumbai’s retained core. Until the franchise makes an official announcement, his 2027 status should be treated as unconfirmed.
Naman Dhir IPL Career Batting Stats
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Balls Faced | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 33 | 7 | 710 | 62* | 27.31 | 163.97 | 0 | 3 | 67 | 36 | 433 | 24 |
Naman Dhir IPL Stats by Year
| Season | Team | Mat | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | Wkts | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | MI | 7 | 7 | 140 | 62* | 23.33 | 177.22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 11.79 |
| 2025 | MI | 16 | 12 | 252 | 46 | 31.50 | 182.61 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.25 |
| 2026 | MI | 14 | 14 | 318 | 57 | 26.50 | 147.22 | 2 | 0 | 0 | – |
Naman Dhir IPL Highest Score
Dhir’s highest IPL score is 62 not out off 28 balls, made for Mumbai Indians against Lucknow Super Giants at Wankhede Stadium on 17 May 2024. Coming in during the middle overs, he attacked from the start and finished unbeaten, an innings that did much to convince Mumbai he belonged at this level. His next best IPL scores are 57 against Chennai Super Kings in 2026 and 50 against Punjab Kings in 2026.
Naman Dhir IPL Wickets and Best Bowling
Although Dhir is listed as an all-rounder and bowls right-arm off-break regularly in domestic cricket, he is used almost entirely as a batter in the IPL. Across 37 matches he has bowled 8.4 overs in five innings without taking a wicket, conceding 76 runs at an economy rate of 8.77. His best bowling figures in the IPL are 0/12. His off-spin remains an option Mumbai have rarely needed rather than a weapon they rely on.
Naman Dhir IPL Batting Records
- Career strike rate of 163.97 across 37 IPL matches, the standout number of his IPL career so far.
- Three IPL half-centuries, with a highest score of 62* against Lucknow Super Kings in 2024.
- Strike rate of 182.61 in the 2025 season, his best single-season figure.
- Outside the IPL, his 173 off 64 balls in the 2026 Sher-e-Punjab T20 League broke the record for the highest score in an Indian domestic T20 competition.
Naman Dhir IPL Auction Price History
| Season | Team | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Mumbai Indians | Rs 20 lakh | Auction (bought at base price) |
| 2025 | Mumbai Indians | Rs 5.25 crore | Retention via Right to Match card |
| 2026 | Mumbai Indians | Rs 5.25 crore | Retained |
Dhir’s price history is one of the sharpest rises in recent IPL auctions for an uncapped Indian player at the time: from Rs 20 lakh to Rs 5.25 crore in a single year, driven by genuine multi-franchise interest that Mumbai had to match.
Naman Dhir IPL Records and Achievements
- Retained by Mumbai Indians with the Right to Match card for Rs 5.25 crore in the 2025 mega auction after four franchises bid for him.
- India ODI debut on 27 September 2026 against West Indies, followed by his T20I debut the next week, both earned on the back of his domestic and IPL form.
- Record holder for the highest score in an Indian domestic T20 competition: 173 off 64 balls in the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League, September 2026.
- 655 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 217.6 in that Sher-e-Punjab T20 League season, with one hundred and three fifties.
Naman Dhir’s IPL Performance Analysis
Three seasons show a clear arc. In 2024 Dhir was a high-impact cameo player: only seven games, but a strike rate of 177.22 that told Mumbai they had found a genuine pace-setter. In 2025, with a Rs 5.25 crore retention behind him, he became a regular, playing every game and pairing his best average (31.50) with his best strike rate (182.61). The 2026 season asked more of him: a career-high 318 runs and his first two IPL fifties in a single season, but a strike rate of 147.22 that suggests he spent more time rebuilding innings than finishing them.
The numbers point to a batter still settling into his exact role. His career strike rate of 163.97 is excellent for a middle-order player, and his boundary count (67 fours, 36 sixes) shows he scores in both gears. The open question is his bowling. An all-rounder’s tag with zero wickets in 37 matches means Mumbai pick him purely for his batting, and his India selection came as a batting option who can offer part-time spin. If his off-break ever becomes a reliable second skill in the IPL, his value to the side rises sharply; until then, his place depends on maintaining the scoring rate that got him noticed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which IPL team does Naman Dhir play for?
Naman Dhir plays for Mumbai Indians. He was bought by the franchise in the 2024 auction and has represented them in the 2024, 2025 and 2026 seasons. His IPL 2027 team is not officially confirmed yet.
What is Naman Dhir’s IPL auction price?
Naman Dhir was first bought by Mumbai Indians for Rs 20 lakh in the 2024 auction. In the 2025 mega auction, Mumbai retained him with their Right to Match card for Rs 5.25 crore, and he was retained at the same price for 2026.
How many runs has Naman Dhir scored in the IPL?
Naman Dhir has scored 710 runs in 37 IPL matches, at an average of 27.31 and a strike rate of 163.97, with three half-centuries.
What is Naman Dhir’s highest IPL score?
His highest IPL score is 62 not out off 28 balls, scored for Mumbai Indians against Lucknow Super Giants at Wankhede Stadium on 17 May 2024.
What is Naman Dhir’s role in the team?
He is a batting all-rounder who bats right-handed and bowls right-arm off-break. In the IPL he is used as a middle-order and lower-middle-order batter, and he has bowled only 8.4 overs in 37 matches.
When did Naman Dhir make his IPL debut?
Naman Dhir made his IPL debut in 2024 for Mumbai Indians, after being signed for his base price of Rs 20 lakh.
Has Naman Dhir played for India?
Yes. He made his ODI debut for India against West Indies at Thiruvananthapuram on 27 September 2026 and his T20I debut the following week at Lucknow.
What are Naman Dhir’s IPL 2027 stats?
IPL 2027 statistics are not available yet because the season has not started. His 2027 team and price are also not officially confirmed.
Sources and Data Notes
Statistics and player information are checked against available reliable sources and may be updated as new IPL matches, transfers, or official announcements are confirmed. Sources used for this article include the official IPL player page (iplt20.com), ESPNcricinfo’s player profile and match scorecards, Naman Dhir’s Wikipedia profile (citing the Indian Express, Cricinfo, Sportstar and Mint), and cross-checked season statistics from myKhel, CricTracker and CricketAddictor. Career totals were verified by summing the three season figures: 140 + 252 + 318 = 710 runs across 37 matches.
Statistics updated through: 15 October 2026
