There’s something different about IPL 2025. Sure, the sixes are massive, the finishes tighter, and the rivalries more intense than ever. But look closer — beyond the power plays and post-match handshakes — and you’ll see another trend sweeping across the league: long, glorious hair.
From fast bowlers to finesse batsmen, cricketers are letting their locks loose, rewriting the rulebook on what it means to look and play like a star. Grooming isn’t just an off-field ritual anymore — it’s part of the on-field identity. And these men? They’re owning every strand.
Jofra Archer: Braided Calm, Bowling Chaos
Jofra Archer doesn’t just deliver thunderbolts — he delivers looks. His shoulder-length braids swing as smoothly as his deliveries, adding rhythm to his already poetic presence on the field. There’s an elegance to his chaos, a vibe that says: “I’ve been through the grind, and I’ve come out cooler.”
Digvesh Rathi: The Gen-Z Minimalist
Still new to the IPL spotlight, Digvesh Rathi has already carved a niche — both with the ball and his unfussy grooming game. His slightly grown-out, wavy locks, often tied loosely at the back, reflect a “don’t try too hard” aesthetic that Gen-Z swears by. “Hair should move like your mindset — chill, not forced,” he jokes.
Suyash Sharma: Headbands & Heat
Suyash’s long curls and signature headband are a nod to tennis icons and rock bands. There’s energy in his look — unpredictable, like his bowling. He grew it out during lockdown and found it gave him character. “Now it’s part of the action. My hair bounces when I get a wicket. It’s fun,” he says.
Tilak Varma: Homegrown Hair Hero
There’s an easy familiarity in Tilak’s longish hair — like that friend who’s been stylish forever without trying. His slightly unkempt, windswept look feels effortless, but you can tell it’s cared for. “Long hair takes patience,” he admits, “but so does batting at No. 4. I like the discipline.”
Himmat Singh: Man Bun, Match Ready
Sporting a crisp man bun, Himmat Singh channels the urban athlete archetype — sharp, serious, and very Delhi. There’s structure to his style, much like his game. “The bun keeps me focused. It’s practical, but yeah, it looks cool too,” he grins.
KL Rahul: The Original Style Captain
KL Rahul was ahead of the curve. Long before others caught on, he was experimenting — fades, undercuts, now a textured long top tied back neatly. He’s the blueprint: precise, polished, and always photogenic. “Hair is identity. It speaks before you do,” he once said — and he means it.
Sai Kishore: Spin and Strands
The spin twins have wildly different styles — Sai’s thick, curly mane is unruly and raw; Bishnoi’s more styled, with a clean-back finish. Together, they’re redefining what modern spinners look like: intense, expressive, and unapologetically stylish.
Ravi Bishnoi: Unmatched Swag
His grown-out layers pair perfectly with his composed gameplay. It’s beach meets blazer — relaxed but intentional. The kind of hair you’d spot on both a cricket pitch and a music festival.
Feature and thumbnail images: Instagram/IPL20
