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Ishant Sharma Jersey Overview
Ishant Sharma wears jersey number 97 for India internationals, marking his towering role as a right-arm fast bowler across a 16-year career spanning Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
Ishant Sharma: Teams Played For
Sharma donned #97 for India (2007–2021), Delhi domestically, and IPL teams including Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, and Gujarat Titans.?
Ishant Sharma: Jersey Significance
Number 97 symbolizes Ishant's endurance with 300+ Test wickets, bouncer mastery against Aussies (key in 2018/19 series), and Arjuna Award-winning longevity.
Ishant Sharma: Previous Numbers
Early ODIs used #1; transitioned to #97 for senior consistency, with IPL variations like #29 on Instagram handle.?
Ishant Sharma: Fun Fact
#97 reflects Sharma's 6'4" frame (height vibes); worn during iconic Oval 2018 spell troubling Cook—Instagram @ishant.sharma29 nods to debut-era #29.