Piyush Chawla is a prominent figure in Indian cricket, known for his leg-spin bowling and handy lower-order batting. Born on December 24, 1988, in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India, Chawla has had a significant impact on Indian cricket, both in the domestic circuit and at the international level.
Biography
Chawla’s cricketing journey began in the state of Uttar Pradesh, where he quickly made a name for himself as a talented spinner. His ability to spin the ball sharply and his penchant for taking wickets at crucial times caught the attention of the national selectors early in his career.
Sporting Achievements
- International Cricket: Piyush Chawla made his debut for the Indian national team in 2006 at a very young age. Over the years, he has been part of the Indian squad in all three formats of the game—Test, ODI, and T20I. Chawla was a member of the Indian team that won the ICC T20 World Cup in 2007 and the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011, contributing to the team’s successes in these tournaments.
- Indian Premier League (IPL): Chawla has been an integral part of the IPL since its inception in 2008, playing for several franchises over the years, including Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Kolkata Knight Riders, and Chennai Super Kings. He has been a key player in the tournament, known for his wicket-taking abilities and economical bowling in the middle overs. Chawla was part of the Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL championship teams in 2012 and 2014, playing crucial roles in both campaigns.
- Domestic Cricket: In domestic cricket, Chawla has been a stalwart for Uttar Pradesh, leading the team’s bowling attack and contributing significantly with the bat as well. His performances in the Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy have been commendable, making him one of the top spinners in the domestic circuit.
- Records and Milestones: Chawla is one of the highest wicket-takers in the IPL, showcasing his longevity and consistency in the tournament. He has also achieved significant milestones in domestic cricket, including multiple five-wicket hauls in the Ranji Trophy.
Piyush Chawla’s cricketing career is distinguished by his achievements and contributions to Indian cricket. His versatility as a spinner and lower-order batsman, coupled with his experience and leadership on the field, have made him a valuable player in the teams he has represented. Chawla’s legacy in Indian cricket, especially in the shorter formats and the IPL, will be remembered for his ability to change the course of a game with his bowling.
Player Stats
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| Tests | 3 | 6 | 492 | 270 | 7 | 4/69 | 4/133 | 38.57 | 3.29 | 70.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| ODIs | 25 | 25 | 1312 | 1117 | 32 | 4/23 | 4/23 | 34.90 | 05.10 | 41.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| T20Is | 7 | 7 | 138 | 151 | 4 | 2/13 | 2/13 | 37.75 | 6.56 | 34.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 136 | 234 | 26602 | 14582 | 445 | 6/46 | 11/170 | 32.76 | 3.28 | 59.7 | 22 | 23 | 3 |
| List A | 164 | 160 | 8328 | 6845 | 254 | 6/46 | 6/46 | 26.94 | 4.93 | 32.7 | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| T20s | 284 | 283 | 5952 | 7424 | 302 | 4/17 | 4/17 | 24.58 | 7.48 | 19.7 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| Tests | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 2.00 | 23 | 26.08 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| ODIs | 25 | 12 | 5 | 38 | 13* | 5.42 | 58 | 65.51 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| T20Is | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| FC | 136 | 191 | 16 | 5475 | 156 | 31.28 | 7797 | 70.21 | 6 | 36 | 651 | 128 | 59 | 0 |
| List A | 164 | 119 | 25 | 1950 | 93 | 20.74 | 2159 | 90.31 | 0 | 9 | 131 | 65 | 46 | 0 |
| T20s | 284 | 155 | 53 | 1550 | 45* | 15.19 | 1252 | 123.80 | 0 | 0 | 134 | 58 | 71 | 0 |
