Top 10 Indian Cricketers From South India In 2025

The South Zone cricket team represents the southern region of India in first-class cricket and has a remarkable record in the Duleep Trophy. The group holds the third place in the tournament ranking with their 11 victories, the North Zone being the only one ahead with its 17 wins. 

Now, let me introduce you to the top ten cricketers from South India:

1. Javagal Srinath

Javagal Srinath was born on the 31st of August 1969 in Mysore, India and is a former Indian pacer who now works as an ICC referee. He is often referred to as one of the best Indian pace bowlers and was already the first real quick bowler in the country. Besides his cricketing career, Srinath also completed his studies with a Bachelor of Engineering in Instrumentation from Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering, Mysore.

2. Anil Kumble

Anil Kumble was born on the 17th of October 1970 in Bangalore, Karnataka, and was an Indian cricketer, captain, coach, and commentator all in one. He was widely acclaimed for his leg-spin, and he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Engineering at Rashtreeya Vidyalaya. The nickname “Jumbo,” which was a reference to both his quick deliveries and notably large feet, came up alongside him.

3. VVS Laxman

Vangipurapu Venkata Sai Laxman came to this world on November 1, 1974, in Hyderabad, and was a batsman for India and later a commentator. Known for his elegant stroke play, Laxman initially pursued medical studies before dedicating himself fully to cricket.

4. Rahul Dravid

Rahul Dravid, born January 11, 1973, in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, is a former cricketer and the current head coach of India. Before coaching, he headed the National Cricket Academy. Dravid holds a commerce degree from St. Joseph’s College of Commerce in Bangalore.

5. Sanju Samson

Sanju Viswanath Samson, born November 11, 1994, in Pulluvila, Trivandrum, captains Kerala domestically and Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. A top-order right-handed batsman and wicketkeeper, he graduated in English Literature from Mar Ivanios College. As a child, he also aspired to become an IPS officer.

6. Ambati Rayudu

Ambati Thirupathi Rayudu, born September 23, 1985, in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, captains Andhra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. A middle-order right-handed batsman, he completed his schooling at Bhavan’s Sri Ramakrishna Vidyalaya in Sainikpuri.

7. Mohammad Azharuddin

Born December 8, 1963, in Hyderabad, Azharuddin is a former international cricketer and politician. He served as an MP and as Working President of the Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee. He studied at All Saints High School and earned a Bachelor of Commerce from Nizam College, Osmania University.

8. KL Rahul

Kannaur Lokesh Rahul, born April 18, 1992, in Bangalore but raised in Mangalore, is an Indian cricketer and vice-captain across formats. He studied at NITK English Medium School, St. Aloysius College, and later Jain University while advancing his cricket career.

9. Ravichandran Ashwin

Born September 17, 1986, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Ashwin is an all-rounder representing Tamil Nadu. A right-handed batsman and off-break bowler, he holds a B.Tech in Information Technology from SSN College of Engineering and trained at St. Bede’s School cricket academy.

10. Krishnamachari Srikkanth

Krishnamachari Srikkanth, born December 21, 1959, in Chennai, is a former Indian captain and ex-chairman of selectors. Famed for his entry as an opening batsman, he completed his Electrical Engineering education from the College of Engineering, Guindy.