Son of the legendary Rahul Dravid, Anvay Dravid, is set to lead the Karnataka Under-19 team in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy 2025 to be held in Dehradun between October 9 and 17. A composed individual with a technical ability, Anvay is ready to lead the side with calmness and composure that has characterized his cricketing career to date.
Being a young cricketer, captaining Karnataka in this highest competition is not merely a matter of strategy, but also about a legacy, the motivation of others, and proving oneself on a bigger platform.
About the Vinoo Mankad Trophy
The Vinoo Mankad Trophy is the most important One-day cricket tournament in India among under-19 players because of the name of the legendary all-rounder Vinoo Mankad. It has been a launching pad to future stars and has given young cricketers a chance to undergo the pressure and attract the attention of the national selectors.
With state teams playing in a league and knockout format, the tournament challenges personal ability and the unity of the team. To Anvay Dravid, it is not merely a tournament, but an opportunity to display the skill and character that have made him one of the brightest young men in Karnataka.
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Who Is Anvay Dravid?
Anvay Dravid is just 16, and already he has established his own niche in youth cricket in Karnataka. He scored the most in the previous edition of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy and had the best-rated batting style, keen wicket-keeping, and leadership instincts.
His performance in the last several years has been impressive. Karnataka Run Charts Under-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy Anvay won the second season of the run charts with an unbelievable average of 91.80, 2 centuries, and 46 boundaries in the six matches he played. This type of early maturity has made him the lead in the youth team of Karnataka and has brought him the captain of the team in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.
Being the son of Rahul Dravid, and compared to his legendary father, is obvious. But Anvay Dravid has displayed a silent resolve to prove himself. When he is at the crease, it is seen how patient, how well he picks his shots, and how he handles the high-pressure situations so gracefully that it appears as though he is a cricketer who can handle the high-pressure situations with grace.
Karnataka Squad for Vinoo Mankad Trophy 2025
Karnataka has put together a balanced team led by Anvay Dravid, which has both experienced players and young players. S. Manikanth will be the vice-captain.
Player | Role |
Anvay Dravid | Captain / WK / Batter |
S. Manikanth | Vice-Captain |
Nitish Arya | Batter |
Adarsh D Urs | All-Rounder |
Praneeth Shetty | Bowler |
Vasav Venkatesh | Bowler |
Akshath Prabhakar | Batter |
C. Vaibhav | All-Rounder |
Kuldeep Singh Purohit | Bowler |
Rathan BR | Batter |
Vaibhav Sharma | All-Rounder |
KA Tejas | Bowler |
Atharv Malviya | Batter |
Sunny Kanchi | All-Rounder |
Rehan Mohammed | Wicketkeeper |
The team is expected to utilize batting strength, bowling diversity, and tactical flexibility. Under the leadership of Anvay Dravid, Karnataka has the potential to be a strong competitor in the tournament.
Tournament Schedule & Venue
The Vinoo Mankad Trophy will take place between 9 October 2025 and 17 October 2025 and will be hosted at Ayush Cricket Academy Ground 1, Dehradun. The teams will play league matches, which will then be followed by the knockout rounds, and therefore, each match will be critical.
The conditions in Dehradun will be a challenge to the players in terms of adaptability, as the pitches and weather will be a challenge that will require both skill and strategy. To young talents such as Anvay Dravid, such matches are not just figures on a scorecard, but a chance to display temperament, take the initiative, and be noticed by the selectors who are keenly watching the young generation of Indian cricket.
Conclusion
Winning the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, that too by leading Karnataka, is a milestone in the life of Anvay Dravid. His ability, calmness, and will allow him to make a lasting impact on the selectors, fans, and even his fellow teammates. As the tournament unfolds in Dehradun, the young captain will be under the spotlight not only with his well-known surname but also with a hopeful future in cricket.
Amit Mishra’s Take:
Having seen Anvay Dravid become a leader is a preview of the future of cricket. He is only 16 years old, and already has the burden of a well-known last name, quietly making his own identity, with patience, ability, and calmness that makes you pause and pay attention. He is top in the Karnataka team in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, but he is not only making the runs, he is learning how to lead a team, how to make decisions in a split second, and how to motivate young colleagues. This has the feeling of quiet authority in his game, a guarantee that his ride has just started. Fans and selectors will be watching with bated breath and wondering whether this young Dravid will be able to turn potential into the type of cricketing story that is worth retelling.
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