3 fast bowlers who impressed in Duleep Trophy 2026 Semi-Finals

1. Mukesh Kumar (East Zone)

Mukesh Kumar was the standout player for the East Zone side, which emerged victorious against the defending champions Central Zone. The Bengal pacer picked up figures of 3 for 56 and 4 for 44 in the two innings of the match, making key breakthroughs to bundle the Central Zone side out for just 158 in the second innings.

A metronomic line-and-length bowler, Mukesh made good use of the new ball before taking clusters of wickets in his second spell with a slightly older ball. His scapls formed the backbone of East Zone's bowlinge efforts and he will be looking to maintain this form against South Zone in the final.