Know Your Player – Washington Sundar
Cricketing milestones, rise through the ranks, trials and tribulations and their glamorous lifestyles – we cover it all in the ‘Know Your Player’ section. In this edition, we will be taking a look at the youngster who has displayed unbelievable growth in recent months, Washington Sundar. The spin all-rounder from Tamil Nadu has made the most of the opportunities he has received. Keep watching this space for a new superstar every time!
The Rise
Washington’s journey began from the age-group cricket. He put up impressive performances in the 2016 Under-19 World Cup for India and went on to make his first-class debut for Tamil Nadu. The left-hander was initially seen as a top-order batsman but later earned his reputation on the basis of off-spin. With R Ashwin ruled out of the IPL 2017 season, Washington stepped up for Rising Pune Supergiants and delivered on the big stage.
After making his national debut in the white-ball formats, Nidahas Trophy 2018 proved to be a turning point in Washington’s career. He was named as the player of the series for his sterling performance. In the 2020-21 tour of Australia, the youngster stayed behind as a net bowler. With a rise in injuries, he received an opportunity in the Test side and put up a spirited performance.
Career Highlights
Off The Field
Washington Sundar’s name has an interesting story. He was named by his father M. Sundar in honour of their neighbour named P.D. Washington, who played a pivotal role in supporting his cricket. Washington’s elder sister Shailaja Sundar is also a professional cricketer and has represented Tamil Nadu.
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