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In cricket, players are recognized by their jersey numbers. However, jersey numbers can reflect the superstitions and traditions of a player. Indian cricket, which has produced legends across generations, features certain jersey numbers in the Symbolic landscape. From Sachin Tendulkar’s timeless No, it is now iconic, as are all the dynamics of 10. Virat Kohli’s 18 is another good example, and MS Dhoni (or ‘Mahi’) undoubtedly carries the mystique established by the lucky seven jersey number. The blog outlines the significance of jersey numbers in Indian cricket, how players select them and provides a list of cricketers’ jersey numbers one to 100.
The Significance of Jersey Numbers
However, the truth is that a player’s number is generally not influenced by chance. Players often choose numbers for reasons of their own, such as personal preference, superstition, or special dates on the calendar. Here are some key reasons why numbers are important:
- Personal Significance: Players may select their number based on their date of birth, lucky numbers or important things that have happened to them in life.
- Legacy and Respect: Some numbers have special meaning because they are worn by outstanding cricketers of the past. New players may steer clear of these numbers out of respect for previous members of NSW teams.
- Fan Recognition: Fans get to know players by their numbers. It becomes part of the player’s brand. For instance, Glenn McGrath wore number 75, while Ricky Ponting wore 14 and Shane Warne wore number 77
- Team Identification: In tournaments like the World Cup or IPL, numbers help commentators, fans and statisticians identify players quickly.
Iconic Indian Cricket Jersey Numbers
With time, there are jersey numbers that have become famous themselves:
- 10 Sachin Tendulkar: Known as the “God of Cricket”, Sachin wears jersey number ten in ODI matches. This is now synonymous with unequalled batting ability.
- 7 MS Dhoni: The figure on MS Dhoni’s shirt is a sign of mental strength, great leadership and finishing off.
- 18 Virat Kohli: Virat’s figure eighteen is now a global emblem for aggressiveness, reliability, and excelling at cricket.
- 45 Rohit Sharma: Once this number belonged to Rohit, who shows smooth movement in batting, and is also a world record-holder.
- 93 Jasprit Bumrah: A star among modern fast bowlers, Bumrah stands for speed, precision, and the ability to take wickets in the last few overs.
Trends in Jersey Numbers
In the past, numbers were mostly between 1 and 30. As the format of the game gradually increased, so did the numbers. When accompanied by his squad and influenced by the IPL, numbers extended to 100. Players with high numbers possibly inflict distinction in their picking of numbers, being more likely to look away from traditionally great players for inspiration to fresh mythical incarnations of themselves.
Indian Cricket Jersey Numbers from 1 to 100
The table below shows: Which numbers from 1 to 100 technically have owners as of September 30, 2006, and where there are blanks:
| Jersey No. | Player Name | Status |
| 1 | KL Rahul | Assigned |
| 2 | Arshdeep Singh | Assigned |
| 3 | Yuzvendra Chahal | Assigned |
| 4 | T Natarajan | Assigned |
| 5 | Washington Sundar | Assigned |
| 6 | Wriddhiman Shaha | Assigned |
| 7 | MS Dhoni | Assigned |
| 8 | Ravindra Jadeja | Assigned |
| 9 | Sanju Samson | Assigned |
| 10 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 11 | Mohammed Shami | Assigned |
| 12 | Yuvraj Singh | Assigned |
| 13 | Munaf Patel | Assigned |
| 14 | KS Bharat | Assigned |
| 15 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Assigned |
| 16 | Mayank Agarwal | Assigned |
| 17 | Rishabh Pant | Assigned |
| 18 | Virat Kohli | Assigned |
| 19 | Rahul Dravid | Assigned |
| 20 | Axar Patel | Assigned |
| 21 | Manish Pandey | Assigned |
| 22 (Previous) | Ravindra Jadeja | Assigned |
| 23 | Kuldeep Yadav | Assigned |
| 24 | Prasidh Krishna | Assigned |
| 25 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 26 | Cheteshwar Pujara | Assigned |
| 27 | Ajinkya Rahane | Assigned |
| 28 | Rahul Chahar | Assigned |
| 29 | Varun Chakaravarthy | Assigned |
| 30 | Pragyan Ojha | Assigned |
| 31 | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Assigned |
| 32 | Ishan Kishan | Assigned |
| 33 | Hardik Pandya | Assigned |
| 34 | Krishnappa Gowtham | Assigned |
| 35 | Rinku Singh | Assigned |
| 36 | Harshal Patel | Assigned |
| 37 | Devdutt Padikkal | Assigned |
| 38 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 39 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 40 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 41 & 96 | Shreyas Iyer | Assigned |
| 42 | Shikhar Dhawan | Assigned |
| 43 | Prasidh Krishna | Assigned |
| 44 | Hanuma Vihari | Assigned |
| 45 | Rohit Sharma | Assigned |
| 46 (Previous) | Ravindra Jadeja | Assigned |
| 47 | Shahbaz Ahmed | Assigned |
| 48 | Suresh Raina | Assigned |
| 49 | Mukesh Kumar | Assigned |
| 50 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 51 | Amar Singh | Assigned |
| 52 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 53 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 54 | Shardul Thakur | Assigned |
| 55 | Dinesh Karthik | Assigned |
| 56 | Ravi Bishnoi | Assigned |
| 57 | Deepak Hooda | Assigned |
| 58 | Mohammed Siraj | Assigned |
| 59 | Vijay Shankar | Assigned |
| 60 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 61 | Ish Sodhi | Assigned |
| 62 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 63 | Suryakumar Yadav | Assigned |
| 64 | Ashish Nehra | Assigned |
| 65 | Avesh Khan | Assigned |
| 66 | Sai Sudharsan | Assigned |
| 67 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 68 | Virender Sehwag | Assigned |
| 69 | Karun Nair | Assigned |
| 70 | Shivam Dube | Assigned |
| 71 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 72 | Tilak Varma | Assigned |
| 73 | Mohammed Siraj | Assigned |
| 74 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 75 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 76 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 77 | Shubman Gill | Assigned |
| 78 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 79 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 80 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 81 | Kedar Jadhav | Assigned |
| 82 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 83 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 84 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 85 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 86 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 87 | Rajat Patidar | Assigned |
| 88 | Shabas Nadin | Assigned |
| 89 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 90 | Deepak Chahar | Assigned |
| 91 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 92 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 93 | Jasprit Bumrah | Assigned |
| 94 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 95 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 96 | Navdeep Saini | Assigned |
| 97 | Ishant Sharma | Assigned |
| 98 | Unassigned | Unassigned |
| 99 | Ravichandran Ashwin | Assigned |
| 100 | Prithvi Shaw | Assigned |
The Future of Jersey Numbers in Indian Cricket
You can expect some surprise trends in jersey numbers from Indian cricket enterprises.
- Numbers in the 70s, 80s, 90s and 100s are becoming more popular for young players.
- It should be noted here that famously iconic figures in modern India, such as ‘7’, ’10 ‘, and ’18’, will retain at the same level of cult worship they have always had.
- However, no number has yet been formally retired as such-whatever has been done to iconic numbers is a dim precursor of “exceptional” treatments which might follow.
- Jersey numbers will continue to be an essential part of cricket culture. They are a point where players meet their supporters and vice versa.
Conclusion
Jersey numbers in Indian cricket are more than mere numbers–they are full of stories and legacies and personal meanings for each player that wears them. From the legendary numbers of past icons to the new choice of modern players, these digits are part of the rich fabric of Indian cricket.
Some numbers, like 7, 10 and 18, are etched in cricket history. Others with higher numbers give new players the chance to make their own mark in the game. With 1 – 100 numbers giving so many options, the story of jersey numbers in future Indian cricket is yet to be fully told.
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