Name

Govinda Poddar

Date of Birth 09/09/1989
Age 36
NationalityIndian
Player Status Available
Playing Role Batting All-Rounder (Spin)
Bowling Style RA Off Spin
Batting Style RH Top Order Bat
Entry Route (UK) International Sportsperson Visa
Major Teams Indian Board President's XI, India B, East Zone, Odisha

Govinda Poddar is a proven batting all-rounder whose consistency and experience have made him one of Odisha’s finest domestic cricketers. A veteran of over 200 matches across formats, he has been a cornerstone of his side since breaking onto the scene in 2010/11. With more than 4,500 first-class runs to his name, including 10 centuries and a career-best 225, Poddar has repeatedly shown his ability to anchor innings and dominate attacks. In the shorter formats, he has added another 3,000-plus runs across List A and T20 cricket, maintaining averages that underline both his reliability and adaptability.

In recent years, Poddar has evolved into a genuine all-rounder, complementing his batting with over 100 wickets across formats. His best figures of 7-102 in first-class cricket highlight his ability to turn matches with the ball as well as the bat. His performances have not gone unnoticed at the national level, earning him selections with East Zone, India B, and the Indian Board President’s XI, where he tested himself against elite opposition.

Highly regarded by peers and coaches alike, Poddar comes recommended by Wasim Jaffer, one of India’s most respected cricketing figures. With his weight of runs, handy off-spin, and years of domestic experience, he represents a tremendous overseas option for UK clubs in 2026, bringing proven match-winning pedigree and professionalism on and off the field.

There are no overseas stats available for this player.

Name Govinda Poddar
Date of Birth 09/09/1989
Age 36
NationalityIndian
Player StatusAvailable
Playing RoleBatting All-Rounder (Spin)
Player Status Available
Bowling Style RA Off Spin
Batting Style RH Top Order Bat
Entry Route (UK) International Sportsperson Visa
Major Teams Indian Board President's XI, India B, East Zone, Odisha

Govinda Poddar is a proven batting all-rounder whose consistency and experience have made him one of Odisha’s finest domestic cricketers. A veteran of over 200 matches across formats, he has been a cornerstone of his side since breaking onto the scene in 2010/11. With more than 4,500 first-class runs to his name, including 10 centuries and a career-best 225, Poddar has repeatedly shown his ability to anchor innings and dominate attacks. In the shorter formats, he has added another 3,000-plus runs across List A and T20 cricket, maintaining averages that underline both his reliability and adaptability.

In recent years, Poddar has evolved into a genuine all-rounder, complementing his batting with over 100 wickets across formats. His best figures of 7-102 in first-class cricket highlight his ability to turn matches with the ball as well as the bat. His performances have not gone unnoticed at the national level, earning him selections with East Zone, India B, and the Indian Board President’s XI, where he tested himself against elite opposition.

Highly regarded by peers and coaches alike, Poddar comes recommended by Wasim Jaffer, one of India’s most respected cricketing figures. With his weight of runs, handy off-spin, and years of domestic experience, he represents a tremendous overseas option for UK clubs in 2026, bringing proven match-winning pedigree and professionalism on and off the field.

There are no overseas stats available for this player.