Kerala, which is known for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, has, in recent times, left its imprint on the Indian cricket map. A state that was not considered a traditional base for cricket in the past is today the home of many talented players who have done well in the domestic as well as international arena.

List of the best 10 cricketers from Kerala are: 

1. Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson remains the underrated cricketer from Kerala in 2025. One thing that I learned from brooding over 12 months is working harder and trying to get bigger scores, that's what I will try to achieve in the upcoming season. With his aggressive batting and world-class keeping, Samson is now a regular fixture in India's limited-overs teams. He is cool under pressure and strikes the ball pound-for-pound with aggression and accuracy in every match he plays. He has become an inspiration for an entire generation of young cricketers in his home state.

2. Basil Thampi 

Basil Thampi is still a key name in domestic and franchise cricket. Known for his pace and masterful use of the yorker, he has been the main bowler for Kerala in the Ranji Trophy. In 2025, he also saw that his experience and consistent performance made him an asset in India’s T20 team and a reliable player in the league. Also, it is his ability to perform in the death overs under pressure that makes him the finest fast bowler in the state.

3. Sachin Baby

Sachin Baby has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket, which also sees him as a key player in Kerala’s batting line-up. As a left-hand middle-order batsman, he has been the rock in many of the state team’s innings and also brought leadership to the fore in tough matches. Beyond his technical skills, what stands out is Sachin’s fielding and mentoring, which in turn has helped in the growth of young players coming out of Kerala’s cricket academies.

4. Mohammad Azharuddeen

After breaking records with his century in T20, which put him in the headlines, Mohammad Azharuddeen has only grown to be a brave face in the opening batsman’s role. In 2025, we see him mature into one of Kerala’s most promising cricketers, which is also a result of his innovative shot-making and quick adaptation to all formats. Also at the top of the order, he is very aggressive, which has won him a spot in domestic tournaments and also made him a choice of many in the IPL.

5.Sijomon Joseph

In the fabric of Kerala’s team, which does it all -- from fielding to batting, we see in Sijomon Joseph a man with left-arm spin and also a handy batsman, which makes him a key player in many formats. Also in 2025, he grew into a tactical leader on the field, which saw him at times captaining the team and bringing strategic sense to the younger set of players.

6. Jalaj Saxena

Veteran all-rounder Jalaj Saxena is a living example of what experience brings to the game of cricket. Known for his all-round skills, which see him contribute with both bat and ball, Jalaj is at the top of his game in domestic play in India. It is his ability to outthink the opposition with his off-spin and his patience as a middle-order batsman that make him a guiding force for Kerala in 2025.

7. Rohan Kunnummal

Rohan Kunnummal has very soon established himself as a talent to watch out for in the young generation of Kerala cricket. Known for his aggressive play and bold approach, he is a main man as an opener in both the red ball and white ball formats. Technical growth and that air of confidence he brings to the crease have made him a name to note for the senior teams. In 2025, we see Rohan leave a mark on all that he plays against with great consistency.

8. Albin Alias

In the mix of talent in Kerala cricket, we see in Albin Alias a new name who is causing a stir among fans and selectors with his precise seam bowling and skill to get the ball to move in two different ways. In 2025, Albin steps forward as the latest in a line of Keralan pacers, who are in the process of transforming the state's cricketing image. Also, it is his work ethic and ability to do well in many different pitch conditions that make him a key player for the future.

9. Vishnu Vinod

Vishnu Vinod, out on his powerful stroke play and skill behind the stumps, is still a force of nature in Kerala cricket. Also a part of many an IPL franchise’s past line-up, his all-round value as a wicketkeeper-batsman is what adds depth to Kerala’s T20 team. In 2025, he steps up as a key mentor to the green boys, making that transition into the pro circuit.

10. Salman Nizar

Salman Nizar, a technically solid middle-order batsman, was added to the list of Kerala’s top ten cricketers. He is known for the role he plays in stabilizing innings in high-pressure situations. Also, it is his cool head and in-game awareness which has made him a mainstay in the state team’s lineup.

Kerala’s Growing Cricket Culture

Cricket in Kerala has seen great change over the years. We see in this better infrastructure, excellent coaching academies that are springing up, and an ever-growing youth participation. Also, the Kerala Cricket Association’s intensive work in the growth of talent at the grassroots level has a wide outreach, which in turn is making available tous a steady flow of young talent.

The year 2025 could remind us of a moment in time when the past and present coexist, signifying Kerala's transition from being relegated state to a real contender in the domestic cricket scene in India. Sanju Samson together with the youth of Rohan Kunnummal and Albin Alias indicates that the state is poised for even bigger contributions in a few years in Indian cricket.