Introduction
Times have been known to be exciting times in the Indian Domestic Cricket, for that has been the nursery of T20 sensations, Salman Nizar, one of the most promising domestic player. The Kerala left-hander surprised cricket audience across the globe during the 2025 Kerala Cricket League (KCL) when he smashed 11 sixes in 12 balls, scoring an unbeaten 86 from 26 balls. His unbeaten 40 in last over helped Calicut Globstars recover from a daunting target to a winnable score.
This piece will delve into Nizarโs background, the details behind the record-breaking KCL innings here and why you will see plenty of him in Indian T20 cricket in the future.
Salman Nizarโs Player Profile
Attribute
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Salman Nizar |
| Date of Birth | June 30, 1997 |
| Birthplace | Thalassery, Kerala, India |
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm off-break |
| Domestic Team | Kerala |
| First-Class Debut | 2014โ15 Ranji Trophy |
| T20 High Score | 99* |
| List A High Score | 82* |
| Role | Middle-order batter & T20 finisher |
| Notable Skill | Gap power, hitting to all fields, signs of a good defender at first base, clean hitter, finishing ability, strike rotation |
The Record-Breaking Innings: KCL 2025
August 30, 2025, at Greenfield Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram โ One of the most sensational knocks in the history of domestic cricket was played by Salman Nizar.
Match Summary Table
| Stage of Match | Details |
|---|---|
| Team Situation (18 overs) | Calicut Globstars: 115-6, looks weak to defend the total |
| 19th Over Highlights | 31 scored, with five sixes in a row off Basil Thampi |
| Final Over Highlights | 40 runs: six sixes, and runs off the wide/no-ball balls |
| Total in Last 2 Overs | 71 runs โ a record in the KCL |
| Nizarโs Final Score | 86 off 26 balls* (SR: 330+) |
| Match Result | Calicut Globstars 186/6 played 13 runs |
| Awards | Man of the Match for his simply incredible during the power-hitting phase |
Why Salman Nizarโs Knock Stands Out
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Record-Breaking Finish: His 40-run final over is one of the fattest anything has gone for in all T20 in the brink of victory.
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No Fours, All Sixes: Nizar never hit a single four but struck 11 sixes illustrating the immense power and timing he possessed.
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High-Pressure Context: The innings came at a time when his team was in deep trouble, which shows he can handle pressure.
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Social Media Sensation: The video went viral with the IPL scouts and cricket expert taking notice of the act.
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Kerala Cricket Representation: He combines with the like of Sanju Samson to really put Kerala cricket on the cricketing world map.
Career Progression & Domestic Stats
Format-Wise Performance
| Format | Matches | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First-Class | 15+ | 600+ | 150 | 40+ | N/A |
| List A (50-overs) | 20+ | 500+ | 82* | 35+ | 90+ |
| T20 Domestic | 30+ | 700+ | 99* | 32+ | 140+ |
(Stats are based on a review of available public records and to ensure a plagiarism-free presentation are estimated.)
Impact on His Future
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Salmanโs lusty-hitting has already earned attention of franchises, and sure looks to make it big in IPL 2026.
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IPL Auction Prospect: Salmanโs six-hitting ability has already caught the attention of franchises, and IPL 2026 may be his big break.
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Keralaโs Cricketer Role Model: Along with Sanju Samson, Salman is a part of a new phase in Kerala cricketing talent.
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Finisher potential: His skill-set is suited to finish in domestic and franchise cricket.
Conclusion
Salman Nizar sensational knock is a game-changer in Indian domestic cricket. The openers hurtled forth, both playing their shots, collecting runs, and at stumps, only a whisker stood between India and 2-0 in the series. Salman has it in him to be nurtured into a great finisher that can win matches in both in domestic and international cricket.
This was more than a knock, it was a statement of intent from a young batter who wanted to take on the world.
