Abhimanyu Easwaran, a right-handed opening batter who plays for Bengal, has been a consistent performer in the domestic circuit, earning him recognition and a place in the India A squad. Despite his strong performances in the Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and for India A, the coveted India cap has remained elusive.

Born in Dehradun on September 6, 1995, Easwaran moved to Kolkata at the age of 10 to pursue his cricketing dreams. He began his domestic career with the Bengal U-19 team before progressing to the senior side, making his Ranji Trophy debut in the 2013-14 season. Over the years, he has established himself as a red-ball specialist, known for his solid technique, composure, and ability to bat for long periods.

Easwaran's consistent run-scoring in domestic cricket has led to regular selections for the Irani Trophy and Duleep Trophy, showcasing his talent against top red-ball performers. He has also captained India A and Bengal in the Ranji Trophy. In October 2024, he was named in the Indian squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia.

In a recent interview, Easwaran acknowledged the disappointment that comes with not being selected despite expectations but reiterated his focus on improving as a cricketer and performing for whichever team he represents. He emphasized the importance of enjoying the game and not letting the pressure of selection affect his love for cricket. He also highlighted the valuable experience he gained from IPL trials with the Delhi Capitals, observing the preparation of international players like David Warner.

Easwaran's father, Ranganathan Parameshwaran Easwaran, revealed that his son was disappointed after not being picked for the series against England, expressing that he felt he still hadn't "found a place". However, he also shared that the Indian management, including Gautam Gambhir, had assured Abhimanyu that he was doing the right things and would get his opportunity.

Despite the assurances, some believe that Easwaran's lack of IPL exposure has hindered his chances of selection, as visibility often equates to opportunity. However, Easwaran's impressive first-class record speaks for itself. As of July 2025, he has played 103 First-Class matches, scoring 7,841 runs at an average of 48.70, including 27 centuries and 31 half-centuries. In List A cricket, he has 3,857 runs in 89 matches, averaging 47.03 with 9 hundreds.

In the Irani Cup 2024-25, Easwaran scored 191 against Mumbai, demonstrating his ability to grind out runs and anchor the innings. More recently, he was selected in the India A squad for the two multi-day matches against Australia A in September 2025. However, he failed to impress in the series against Australia A, scoring only 36 runs in four innings.

Despite the setbacks and the long wait for an India cap, Abhimanyu Easwaran remains focused on his game, driven by his passion for cricket and the desire to contribute to his team's success.