Who Is Agni Dev Chopra? Some Facts About Bollywood Director's Son Smashing Records In Ranji Trophy

Indian domestic cricket Agni Dev Chopra has been on a roll as he competes in Ranji Trophy. He has been a key player for his side as his results are exemplary. Agni has put up some record-breaking performances in ongoing Ranji Trophy season. For someone who has a family background in shiny lights of Bollywood, Agni Dev has been delivering hits while on cricket pitch. But who is Agni Dev Chopra? And how does he have a background in Bollywood? Let's take a deep dive into cricketer's profile and his background.

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Who is Agni Dev Chopra? Mizoram 's Left-Handed Top Order Batter Who Is Breaking Records In Ranji Trophy

Agni Dev Chopra is a southpaw batter who represents Mizoram at India's domestic level. He is son of famed Bollywood director Vidhu Vid Chopra, who h directed critically acclaimed films, 12th Fail, 3 Idiots, and Munna Bhai MBBS. His mor, Anupama Chopra, is a rewned film critic. Despite having an exemplary background in Hindi Cinema, Agni Dev chose his route and entered bustling realm of cricket. 25-year-old, born in Detroit, Michigan, has been a promising prospect for Mizoram in India's top-flight domestic competition. He is also a right arm off break bowler, but he has solely put his batting on display. After beginning his career in Mumbai's -group league, he relocated to Mizoram to get more chances.

25-year-old debuted in a List A match against Chandigarh in 2023 and n me his first-class debut in 2024 against Sikkim in Ni. left-handed batter has impeccable class and his ability to deliver in under-pressure conditions stands out. But Agni stole show with his recent performance against Arunachal in a Ranji Trophy Plate Division match at Ahmedab.  

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While representing Mizoram , Agni Dev Chopra secured a double century in a Ranji Trophy Plate Division match against Arunachal. top-order batter scored a 138-ball 110 in first innings, leing to a 209-ball 238 in second one. Mizoram ultimately won match by an overwhelming margin of 267 runs. Agni was judged as Player of Match for his immaculate showcase with bat.