Soumya Sarkar Biography: Wife, Age, Cricket Career, Height, Net Worth, Parents, BPL Teams

Soumya Sarkar, is a Bangladeshi international cricketer renowned as a stylish left-handed top-order batsman and handy right-arm medium-fast bowler.

He shot to fame with a blistering 127* off 110 balls against Pakistan in the 2015 World Cup, becoming the first Bangladeshi to score a century in the tournament’s knockout stage.

A consistent performer in ODIs and T20s, Sarkar has represented Bangladesh in all formats, while captaining Rangpur Riders in the BPL and playing for Fortune Barishal.

His aggressive strokeplay and athletic fielding have made him a fan favorite and a key figure in Bangladesh’s white-ball cricket.

Profile

• Full Name: Soumya Sarkar
• Stage Name: Soumya Sarkar
• Born: February 25, 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Satkhira, Bangladesh
• Nationality: Bangladeshi
• Occupation: Cricketer
• Height: 1.83m
• Parents: Mr. Sarkar and Mrs. Sarkar
• Siblings: Pushpen Sarkar
• Spouse: Priyonti Debnath (m. 2020)
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Soumya Sarkar was born on 25 February 1993 in Satkhira, Bangladesh, to parents referred to as Mr. Sarkar and Mrs. Sarkar.

He has one younger brother, Pushpen Sarkar.

Raised in a modest family, Soumya showed early promise in cricket, training at the BKSP (Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan) from age 14.

He completed his secondary education locally but focused primarily on cricket development, bypassing higher academics to pursue professional sport.

His ethnicity is Bengali, and he follows Islamic religion.

Career

Soumya Sarkar made his first-class debut for Khulna Division in 2012, quickly earning a national call-up after strong domestic performances.

He debuted in all formats in 2014–15, but his defining moment came during the 2015 World Cup quarterfinal against India, where his 127* nearly pulled off an upset.

Sarkar formed a dynamic opening partnership with Tamim Iqbal, scoring three ODI centuries—two against Pakistan (2015) and one against South Africa (2015).

His T20I debut century (117* vs. Pakistan, 2015) made him the first Bangladeshi to achieve the feat, though consistency eluded him in Tests, leading to his last appearance in 2021.

In domestic cricket, Sarkar has been a BPL mainstay—leading Rangpur Riders as captain in 2025 after stints with Fortune Barishal (2024) and Dhaka Dominators.

He was the highest run-scorer in the 2017 BPL with 365 runs.

For Khulna Division, he has scored over 3,000 first-class runs, including a career-best 195.

Despite injury setbacks and form dips, he returned strongly in 2023–24, earning a recall to the ODI squad.

Sarkar also bowls useful medium-pace, claiming 30+ international wickets, often breaking partnerships.

Soumya Sarkar remains a vital cog in Bangladesh’s white-ball setup, contributing with bat, ball, and electric fielding.

His leadership at Rangpur Riders in BPL 2025 and consistent domestic output underline his longevity.

Though no longer in the Test fold, his aggressive style continues to influence younger batsmen, and his all-round utility keeps him relevant in limited-overs cricket.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @soumya.sarkar73
• Facebook Handle: @SoumyaSarkarOfficial
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Soumya Sarkar married Priyonti Debnath, a businesswoman, in a private ceremony in February 2020.

The couple welcomed their first child, a son, in 2023.

Based in Dhaka, Sarkar maintains close ties with Satkhira, often visiting family and supporting local sports initiatives.

Net Worth

Soumya Sarkar has an estimated net worth of $2 million. His income primarily comes from BCB central contracts (Grade B), match fees, and BPL captaincy with Rangpur Riders.

Endorsements with local brands (e.g., Walton, Pran) and domestic cricket earnings from Khulna Division add to his wealth.

Investments in real estate and family businesses in Satkhira further bolster his financial standing.