JSW SPORTS, the sports vertical of the JSW Group, has announced the signing of 19-year-old Rajasthan cricketer Kartik Sharma to its talent roster. Born and raised in Rajasthan, Sharma made his senior state debut last year and has since established himself as a regular across all three formats.
A right-handed batter with notable wicketkeeping skills, he is considered part of India’s emerging cricketing talent. Sharma marked his entry at the senior level with a debut century against Uttarakhand in the 2024–25 Ranji Trophy. He later finished as Rajasthan’s leading run-scorer in the 2024–25 Vijay Hazare Trophy, amassing 445 runs in nine matches.
Under JSW Sports, Sharma will gain access to the organisation’s high-performance training setup, athlete development support, and commercial representation. He is currently part of Rajasthan’s squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, with their opening fixture against Tamil Nadu scheduled for 26 November. With the IPL auction on the horizon, Sharma has positioned himself as a promising contender.
The JSW Sports talent line-up features some of India’s most recognised and rising cricketers, including Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, Axar Patel, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, and Suryansh Shedge.
Sharma said, “I am delighted to join the JSW Sports family. It is a huge step in my career at this early stage, and I am thankful for the trust they have shown in me. Having the backing of JSW Sports, an organisation that has supported so many top athletes, gives me great confidence. I am excited for what lies ahead and will continue to work hard to make the most of every opportunity.”
JSW Sports chief executive officer Divyanshu Singh added, “Kartik is an exciting young prospect who has shown maturity beyond his years. At such a young age, he has already established himself as a regular member of his state’s senior team, which showcases his consistency, temperament, and future potential. His ability to deliver across formats at just 19 has further cemented his status as one of the most closely watched talents in domestic cricket. We, at JSW Sports, look forward to supporting his journey as he moves into an important phase of his career.”
