Career
Anand first appeared in the United States national cricket team as an all-rounder in 2011 in the Etihad T20 Cricket Tournament hosted by Cricket Canada in King City, Ontario (11–13 August 2011). Anand made an impression with his debut bowling figures of 3 over, 1 maiden, 10 runs & 2 wickets against arch rivals Canada. Anand bowled exceptionally well against Trinidad & Tobago in the second match with figures of 2 for 24 in 4 Overs.
Anand went on to be part of United States of America Cricket Team in the historical K.A. Auty Trophy (2 day match, played on 15 & 16 August 2011, held at Toronto Cricket, Skating & Curling Club which dates back to 1844 between United States of America & Canada.
Anand’s performance in the K.A. Auty Trophy was excellent with match bowling figures of 25 overs, 97 runs, 3 maidens and 3 wickets. Anand also played First-class cricket in India (Ranji Trophy) for Delhi in 2001-2002 & has also played Premier league cricket in Gwent, Glamorgan, United Kingdom. He completed his Schooling from Sardar Patel Vidyalaya, New Delhi & College from Saint Stephen"s College, Delhi University.
Anand also acquired his Level I and level II cricket coaching certifications from the England & Wales Cricket Board during his stay at the University of Wales, Newport where he completed his Master of Business Administration in 2007. Anand was appointed Coach & Captain for the University of Wales, Newport Cricket team & also went on to be signed as Senior Coach & Player for Croesyceiliog Cricket Club in South Wales Premier League (Gwent, Glamorgan), United Kingdom. Anand has also worked closely with Bishan Bedi (former Indian team Coach & Captain) while he represented Bishan Bedi Cricket Coaching Trust teams in England & Australia.
Anand now plays for North Atlanta Cricket Club in the Atlanta Georgia Cricket Conference (AGCC).
He has also represented South East Region of United States of America where he has performed exceptionally well.