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Dilpreet Bajwa

Dilpreet Bajwa is a Canadian international cricketer of Indian origin who plays as a right-handed batter and off-spin bowler.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Dilpreet Bajwa is a Canadian international cricketer of Indian origin who plays as a right-handed batter and off-spin bowler. He has represented Canada in limited-overs cricket and was named captain of Canada for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Sources differ on whether he is primarily described as a batter or all-rounder.

Early life

Dilpreet Bajwa was born in Gurdaspur, Punjab, India. Published profiles describe him as an Indian-born cricketer who later moved to Canada and entered Canadian representative cricket.

International career

Bajwa debuted for Canada in T20 Internationals on 30 September 2023 and in One Day Internationals on 10 February 2024. He has played as a batter and occasional bowling option in Canada’s limited-overs setup.

Captaincy

In 2026, Bajwa was appointed captain of Canada for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Contemporary reporting described the appointment as historically significant for Canada’s cricket team.

Playing style

He is listed as a right-handed batter and right-arm off-break bowler. Some sources describe him primarily as a batter, while others classify him as an all-rounder.

Key facts

  • Dilpreet Bajwa is a Canadian international cricketer born in Gurdaspur, Punjab, India on 26 January 2003.
  • He bats right-handed and bowls off-break spin.
  • He made his T20 International debut for Canada on 30 September 2023 and his One Day International debut on 10 February 2024.
  • He was named captain of Canada for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
  • Sources describe his role as either a batter or an all-rounder.
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Canadian context

Bajwa is part of Canada’s national cricket team and became its captain for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, making him relevant to Canadian cricket coverage and the growth of the sport in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Dilpreet Bajwa?
Dilpreet Bajwa is a Canadian international cricketer born in India who plays as a right-handed batter and off-spin bowler.
When was Dilpreet Bajwa born?
He was born on 26 January 2003.
Which country does Dilpreet Bajwa represent?
He represents Canada in international cricket.
What is Dilpreet Bajwa’s role?
Sources describe him as a batter or all-rounder.
Has Dilpreet Bajwa captained Canada?
Yes. He was named captain of Canada for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dilpreet_Bajwa
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, role, batting/bowling style, Canada international status, and captaincy claim.
  2. International Cricket Council — https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/t20cricketworldcup/teams/12/players/98211/dilpreet-bajwa
    Supports: Date of birth, team, role, batting style, and bowling style for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup.
  3. The Times of India — https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/player-profile/dilpreet-bajwa/98211
    Supports: Date of birth, Canada representation, batting style, bowling style, and debut information.
  4. Moneycontrol — https://www.moneycontrol.com/sports/cricket/player-profile-dilpreet-bajwa-(c)-98211.html
    Supports: Date of birth, major teams, batting style, bowling style, and ODI debut.
  5. The Tribune India — https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/diaspora/who-is-dilpreet-bajwa-punjab-born-canada-captain-under-icc-radar-for-match-fixing-against-kiwis/
    Supports: Punjab origin, Canada captaincy in 2026, and background narrative.