Introduction
Vikrant Gupta is a highly recognizable name in Indian sports journalism which he has achieved through his association with the news channel Aaj Tak. Over a career that has spanned two decades, he has established himself as a trusted voice in Indian sports journalism in particular for his coverage of major cricket events. Also known for his in-depth analysis, sharp reportage, and engaging TV presence which has earned him a large audience base across the country.
Wiki and Early Life
Vikrant Gupta was born on January 12, 1973 in Chandigarh, India. Grew up in the city, spent there is entire school time. Later he enrolled with the family of academics as went to study in the field that would make him a journalist. Also has a Master’s in English literature from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in Delhi that is known to produce quality journalists.
Before going into television journalism which is what eventually became his career, Gupta had a brief stint in print media which included the Indian Express where he reported on sports. It was his in depth knowledge of cricket and great communication skills that aided his smooth transition into TV reporting.
A career with Aaj Tak
Vikrant joined in the early 2000s to Aaj Tak which is a Hindi language news channel of the India Today Group. He rose through the ranks to take up the position of Senior Executive Editor Sports. Also he did very well with his program “Cricket Tak” which is a YouTube extension of Aaj Tak’s sports coverage and which has grown to become a leading Hindi based cricket centered platform.
He has reported at many ICC World Cups, IPL seasons, and international cricket tours, also did in depth interviews with legends such as Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni. Vikrant also known to put out very honest commentary and he goes into sports controversies head on which often makes him a talk of the town.
Age and Personal Traits
As of 2025 Vikrant Gupta is 52 years old. In terms of his professional life although very busy he projects an air of calm and composure which we see in his screen persona. Also known for his articulation, knowledge and respect in the journalism field. His presentational style is that of balance which he brings to complex cricket statistics and scenarios thus making them easy to absorb for the average viewer.
Wife and Family
Vikrant Gupta is tied in matrimony, which he keeps for the most part out of the public eye. He does put out occasional social media posts of his family but does not partake in public discussion of his wife or children. What is known is that he is very private about them and does bring up his family in interviews as his support structure.
He is from a very close knit Punjabi family which traces his values and work ethics back to his upbring in Chandigarh.
Salary and Net Worth
Vikrant Gupta is at the top rank of paid sports journalists in India. As of 2025, his estimated monthly salary is out to be in the range of ₹10 12 lakhs which may vary based on what other projects and appearances he does for Aaj Tak. Also, it is reported that his annual income is between ₹1.5 2 crores which includes brand endorsements, YouTube monetization, guest sport-related panel appearances, and podcasts.
His net worth is reported to be between ₹12 15 crores. This includes his real estate investments, digital assets and also what he earns from his very successful YouTube channel “Sports Tak” which he is a part of as host and contributor.
Social Media and Public Presence
Vikrant Gupta is a name which is very much present in the digital space with over 1 million followers on Twitter (X) and a growing base on Instagram and YouTube. Also on digital platforms like Cricket Tak and Sports Tak he has which has brought him the youth audience that prefers online for their sports commentary and updates which they do not see on traditional TV.
Conclusion
Vikrant Gupta is more than a sports journalist to us; he is a trusted voice in Indian cricket coverage. With years of experience, a strong moral standing, and in depth knowledge of the game, he still is a key player in Indian sports media. His story of going from Chandigarh to the Aaj Tak studio is also very inspiring and he has had a great impact on Indian cricket journalism.
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