Urvil Patel (India)
The 27-year-old Urvil Patel has quickly made a name for himself in domestic cricket as a hard-hitting wicketkeeper-batter. He boasts a strike rate of 172.26 in domestic T20s, and has impressed many during IPL 2025, when he was signed as an injury replacement for Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
In just three matches, he batted with fearless intent, scoring at a remarkable strike rate of 212.50. His attacking mindset, ability to play at the top, and calmness under pressure make him one of the most exciting emerging Indian prospects heading into the IPL 2026 auction.