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 the 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 the ongoing Ranji Trophy season. For someone who has a family background in the shiny lights of Bollywood, Agni Dev has been delivering hits while on the cricket pitch. But who is Agni Dev Chopra? And how does he have a background in Bollywood? Let's take a deep dive into the 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 the son of famed Bollywood director Vidhu Vinod Chopra, who had directed the critically acclaimed films, 12th Fail, 3 Idiots, and Munna Bhai MBBS. His mother, Anupama Chopra, is a renowned film critic. Despite having an exemplary background in Hindi Cinema, Agni Dev chose his route and entered the bustling realm of cricket. The 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 age-group league, he relocated to Mizoram to get more chances.

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

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