Siva Kumar Duvvarapu

D. Siva Kumar boasts an impressive array of professional achievements that highlight his prowess both as a cricketer and a coach. His tenure with the Andhra state team spanned various age groups, including U-13, U-15, U-17, U-19, and U-22, culminating in a significant presence in the Ranji Trophy from 2009 to 2018. His notable performance in the 2014-15 Ranji Trophy season saw him claim 44 wickets, ranking as the third highest wicket-taker in India. Siva Kumar's contributions extended to prestigious tournaments such as the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, and he was part of the U-19 Indian team for both the South Africa tour in 2007 and the World Cup in Malaysia in 2008. His experience with the National Cricket Academy and the India Zonal Cricket Academy further underscores his deep involvement in cricket development. Internationally, he represented Andhra on tours to New Zealand and Kenya and played in the Birmingham County Cricket League in England. His role in leading the State Bank of Hyderabad to victory in the BCCI Corporate Trophy in 2011 exemplifies his leadership and strategic acumen in the sport.

Professional Achievements:

• Andhra State Team (Various Age Groups):

  • U-13 (2002)

  • U-15 (2003-05)

  • U-17 (2003-04, 2005-06)

  • U-19 (2005-09)

  • U-22 (2008-12)

  • Represented Andhra in the prestigious Ranji Trophy (2009-2018).

• Vijay Hazare Trophy (First-Class One-Day Matches):

  • Participated in multiple seasons (2008-10, 2011-12, 2013-14, 2015-16, 2016-17, 2017-18).

  • Played for the U-19 Indian team on their tour of South Africa in 2007.

  • Competed in the U-19 Indian team at the World Cup in Malaysia in 2008.

• Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20):

  • Competed in several seasons (2009-10, 2012-13, 2013-14, 2017-18).

• National Cricket Academy:

  • U-15 (2004, 2005)

  • U-19 (2008)

  • India Zonal Cricket Academy (South Zone)

• State Bank of Hyderabad:

  • Led the U-19 team (2006 & 2008).

  • Winners of the BCCI Corporate Trophy (2011).

• Remarkable Achievements:

  • Claimed 44 wickets in the Ranji Trophy season (2014-15), making him the third highest wicket-taker in India.

  • Represented the Andhra state team in tours to New Zealand (2009) and Kenya (2011).

  • Played in the Birmingham County Cricket League in England (2017).

Throughout his career, Siva Kumar has demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication, both as a player and a coach. His experience with various age groups and his participation in high-level tournaments have equipped him with a deep understanding of the game and the ability to mentor young cricketers effectively.