🏏 Cricketers Born on 9 January — A Historic Birthday in the cricket World

Several cricketers from different eras and countries share January 9 as their birthday — a date that has seen the birth of both promising talents and notable first‑class players. Below are some of the key cricketers associated with this date.


🇮🇳 1. dhruv Pandove (1974 – 1992) — Indian First‑Class cricket Prodigy

One of the most remarkable cricketers born on 9 January was Dhruv Mahender Pandove, born on 9 January 1974 in Patiala, punjab, India. Pandove was a prodigious batting talent who came into the limelight at a very young age:

  • He scored heavily in junior cricket and made his first‑class debut at just 13 years old.
  • Soon after, he became one of the youngest players in the world to score a first‑class century, with a 137 vs Jammu & Kashmir.
  • Pandove also captained the india Under‑19 team and was highly regarded as a future international star.
    Tragically, his life and career were cut short when he died in a road accident in January 1992, aged just 18. cricket enthusiasts remember him as one of India’s brightest young talents of his time.


🇮🇳 2. Bharati Vij (Born 1967) — Indian First‑Class Bowler

Bharati Vij was born on 9 January 1967 in Ludhiana, punjab, India. A right‑handed batsman and slow left‑arm orthodox bowler, Vij represented Punjab in domestic cricket for over a decade. He was a key performer in the Ranji Trophy, and later pursued umpiring and coaching after his playing career.


🇮🇳 3. Jayshree Jadeja (Born 1992) — Women’s Domestic Cricketer

Another indian cricketer born on this date is Jayshreeba Bhikhubha Jadeja, born 9 January 1992. She has played for Saurashtra and West Zone in domestic competitions, appearing in both List A and Twenty20 women’s matches. Her career highlights include consistent contributions across formats.


🌍 Other Cricketers Worldwide Born on 9 January

While less widely known internationally, several other cricketers share this birthday across different cricketing nations:

  • Belayet Khan – Cricketer from Finland.
  • Dunith Wellalage – Sri Lankan cricketer (a rising young all‑rounder).
  • Ian Folley – english cricketer (played domestically).
  • Manpreet Singh – Italian cricketer representing italy in international cricket.

Each of these players represents the global nature of cricket, with the sport spreading to non‑traditional cricketing nations.


🧾 Historical Cricketers Born on 9 January

Going further back in time, there are records of early first‑class cricketers born on this date:

  • Charles Gilbert (1855) – english cricketer who played a handful of first‑class matches in the late 19th century.
  • Herbert Hawkins (1876) – english first‑class bowler for Cambridge university in the late Victorian era.
  • James Anson (1915) – First‑class player linked with Sindh during british India.
  • Nicholas Wright (1960) – english cricketer with a long minor‑counties career.
  • Charles Wilkin (1949) – Cricketer from the Leeward Islands.

Though not all achieved international fame, these predecessors reflect the deep history of cricket and the many players whose careers are part of the sport’s rich tapestry.


📌 Summary

9 January is significant in the cricketing calendar for hosting the birthdays of a variety of cricketers — from rising stars and prominent domestic players to historic figures from the early eras of the game. Notable among them:

  • 🇮🇳 Dhruv Pandove – celebrated indian prodigy with a promising career.
  • 🇮🇳 Bharati Vij – impact bowler in punjab domestic cricket.
  • 🇮🇳 Jayshree Jadeja – indian women’s cricketer contributing in domestic t20 and List A formats.

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Kokila Chokkanathan

09/01/2026 04:59 AM