Washington Sundar was born on October 5, 1999, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He is an all-rounder who bats left-handed and bowls right-arm off-spin. Sundar has established himself as a key player in the Indian national cricket team, particularly in limited-overs formats, and has also made significant contributions in the Indian Premier League (IPL), playing for teams such as the Rising Pune Supergiant and Royal Challengers Bangalore. His ability to bowl in the powerplay and contribute valuable runs lower down the order makes him a versatile player in the modern game.
Biography
Washington Sundar’s cricket journey is notable for his rapid rise through the ranks. Named after his father’s mentor, Mr. Washington, Sundar was initially focused on batting but developed his off-spin bowling to enhance his contributions to the team. His domestic performances for Tamil Nadu caught the attention of the national selectors, leading to his debut for the Indian team in 2017 in an ODI against Sri Lanka.
Sundar’s international breakthrough came during the Nidahas Trophy in 2018, where his bowling in the powerplay overs was instrumental in India’s victory. Since then, he has been a regular feature in India’s limited-overs squads and made his Test debut in January 2021 against Australia, where he played a significant role in India’s historic win at the Gabba.
Sporting Achievements
- International Cricket: Sundar has represented India across all formats, showcasing his skills as an all-rounder. His performances in the Test series against Australia in 2021, including a crucial 62 in his debut innings, highlighted his potential at the highest level.
- Indian Premier League (IPL): In the IPL, Sundar has been recognized for his ability to control the flow of runs in the powerplay overs and pick up key wickets. His economical bowling and handy batting have made him a valuable asset to his teams.
- Domestic Cricket: Sundar has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket for Tamil Nadu, contributing with both bat and ball in various competitions, including the Ranji Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy.
- Under-19 Cricket: Before making his mark in senior cricket, Sundar was part of the Indian squad for the 2016 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, where he showcased his all-round abilities.
Washington Sundar’s journey from a promising young talent to a key player for the Indian national team and in the IPL is a testament to his skill, adaptability, and work ethic. His all-round capabilities make him a crucial player for India’s future in all formats of the game.
Player Stats
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| Tests | 4 | 7 | 526 | 299 | 6 | 3/89 | 4/169 | 49.83 | 3.41 | 87.6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODIs | 19 | 16 | 636 | 521 | 18 | 3/30 | 3/30 | 28.94 | 4.91 | 35.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20Is | 43 | 41 | 807 | 968 | 34 | 3/18 | 3/18 | 28.47 | 7.19 | 23.7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 26 | 43 | 3465 | 1702 | 55 | 6/87 | 11/181 | 30.94 | 2.94 | 63.0 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| List A | 74 | 64 | 2823 | 2154 | 68 | 5/48 | 5/48 | 31.67 | 4.57 | 41.5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| T20s | 136 | 132 | 2563 | 2980 | 98 | 3/10 | 3/10 | 30.40 | 6.97 | 26.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| Tests | 4 | 6 | 2 | 265 | 96* | 66.25 | 502 | 52.78 | 0 | 3 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| ODIs | 19 | 11 | 1 | 265 | 51 | 26.50 | 311 | 85.20 | 0 | 1 | 20 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| T20Is | 43 | 15 | 5 | 107 | 50 | 10.70 | 71 | 150.70 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 6 | 13 | 0 |
| FC | 26 | 40 | 6 | 1085 | 159 | 31.91 | 2223 | 48.80 | 1 | 7 | 119 | 15 | 17 | 0 |
| List A | 74 | 53 | 11 | 933 | 70 | 22.21 | 1169 | 79.81 | 0 | 2 | 66 | 14 | 28 | 0 |
| T20s | 136 | 85 | 22 | 1209 | 54* | 19.19 | 1005 | 120.29 | 0 | 3 | 98 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
