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Simranjeet Kang

Simranjeet Singh Kang is a left-arm orthodox spin bowler and left-handed batsman for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) national cricket team, known for his impressive performances in Associate cricket, including a significant spell in the Emirates D20 final, and has a background in Punjab, India, where he played alongside future stars like Shubman Gill. Born November 13, 1989, he's a key figure in UAE cricket, taking wickets in both ODI and T20I formats with an economical style. 

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Full Name
Simranjeet Singh Kang
Born
November 13, 1989
Nationality
United Arab Emirates
Batting Style
Left-Handed
Bowling Style
Slow Left-Arm Orthodox
Role
Bowler
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Stats

Match Format Date Runs BF 4s 6s SR
Afghanistan vs United Arab Emirates · 28th Match, Group D T20I February 16, 2026 3 4 0 0 75.00
Italy vs United Arab Emirates · Match 15 T20 February 6, 2026 1 9 0 0 11.11
United Arab Emirates vs United States of America · Match 86 ODI October 28, 2025 6 9 0 0 66.67
Pakistan vs United Arab Emirates · Group A T20I September 17, 2025 1 4 0 0 25.00
India vs United Arab Emirates · Group A T20I September 10, 2025 1 5 0 0 20.00
United Arab Emirates vs Scotland · Match 66 ODI May 14, 2025 14 69 0 0 20.29

Matches

United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
268/7
Result
243/10
UAE won by 25 runs April 27, 2026 9:15 am
Oman Oman
Nepal Nepal
200/10
Result
163/10
NEP won by 37 runs April 25, 2026 9:15 am
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
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International Debuts

  • One Day International (ODI): vs. Scotland on May 4, 2025.

  • T20 International (T20I): Debut was likely around the same May 2025 period, possibly against Scotland or in a bilateral series. 

Career Highlights

  • Emirates D20: Had a standout performance with a six-wicket haul in the finals, helping Fujairah win the title.

  • International Performances: Has played ODIs and T20Is for the UAE, taking wickets at good averages, noted for his economy.

  • Indian Connection: Developed his skills in Mohali, Punjab, bowling to Indian internationals like Shubman Gill during their youth, before moving to Dubai in 2021. 

Teams

  • International Team: Represents the UAE internationally.

  • Key Domestic Teams: Sharjah, Fujairah (Fujairah Daredevils), Bukhatir XI, Seven Districts, Muhamand Warriors, Kabul Zalmi, Sharjah Cricket Academy.