Indian players who earned their spot through IPL now impressing fans

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has often been criticized when the Men in Blue have not performed well, especially in ICC events. However, in recent years, the consistency in India's performances shows exactly how the league has helped in nurturing talented cricketers who have gone on to do well for the nation.

For a long time, Indian selectors picked those players in the T20 team who played the other formats as well. However, in recent times, several players have been designated as T20 specialists and are doing well for the national team in the shortest format of the game. They are being picked after impressing in the IPL.

Indian players who earned their spot through IPL now impressing fans

5. Tilak Varma

Tilak Varma played a gritty knock under pressure against Pakistan in the T20 Asia Cup 2025. The southpaw helped India win the match with an unbeaten half-century. He also slammed back-to-back centuries against South Africa last year.

Tilak made it to the Indian team after notable performances for the Mumbai Indians (MI) since his debut in IPL 2022. During his stint with MI, Tilak has batted at different positions and shown great flexibility and adaptability.