Deepesh Devendran showcases speed for Madurai Panthers in TNPL 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Deepesh Devendran, an 18-year-old fast bowler for Madurai Panthers, has impressed in the ongoing TNPL 2026 by consistently reaching speeds over 140 km/h, with a high of 146 km/h recorded earlier this month. The India U19 pacer attributes his increased pace to a heavier off-season training workload and guidance from mentor Sandeep Warrier. Devendran also played in the U-19 World Cup this year and is considered a potential target for franchises in the upcoming IPL mini auction. His ability to vary his bowling speed adds to his appeal as a prospect for higher-level competition.
- •Devendran clocks 146 km/h in TNPL 2026.
- •Mentored by Sandeep Warrier, he trained intensively off-season.
- •He played in the U-19 World Cup earlier in 2026.
- •Devendran displays ability to bowl varying speeds.
- •Franchises may target him in the upcoming IPL mini auction.
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Deepesh Devendran: All about the tearaway India U19 pacer who has set the speed gun alight in TNPL 2026
"Meet Deepesh Devendran: The 18-year-old India U19 World Cup winner who set speed guns alight by clocking 146 kmph for Madurai Panthers in TNPL 2026.
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