Umesh Yadav is an Indian cricketer. He was born on 25 October 1987 in Nagpur, Maharashtra. His zodiac sign is Scorpio. He did his schooling from Rajkiya Senior Secondary School, Valani. 

His father, Tilak Yadav works in the Coal Department. His mother, Kishori Devi is homemaker. He has two brothers and a sister. 

He is married to Tanya Wadhwa. They are parents to two daughters. 

Interesting facts about Umesh Yadav

Before becoming a professional cricketer, Umesh Yadav appeared for India Army and Police Forces exams. He could not clear any of them. 

Umesh Yadav started playing in local cricket tournaments and got the opportunity of working with Vidarbha Gymkhana. 

On 28 May 2010, Umesh Yadav made his ODI debut against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo. 

He played his first test match against West Indies in Delhi. 

Umesh Yadav’s record

During the Australia series in 2011–12, he bowled at an average speed of 145 km/h and made a record by taking 14 wickets.

Umesh Yadav made his T20 match debut against Sri Lanka at Pallekele.

He has played for Delhi Daredevils and Kolkata Knight Riders IPL teams. 

In the ICC World Cup 2015, he took most number of wickets and set the record at 18 wickets.