Washington Sundar is an Indian cricketer who plays for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the India Premier League (IPL). Sundar was introduced as an off-spinner in International cricket but has also turned out to be an effective player with the bat with time. With a half-century in his debut Test against Australia in Brisbane, Sundar turned out to be a reliable batter in the lower order when the big players failed to make an impact.
Washington Sundar will be seen playing SRH in IPL 2024 as the franchise has retained him ahead of the upcoming auction. He is the type of player who can give a big breakthrough in clutch moments with the ball and score crucial runs in death overs by coming to bat in the lower order. Let’s have a look at his IPL career so far.
Washington Sundar IPL 2024 Team & Price
Washington Sundar made his IPL debut in 2017 as he replaced Ravichandran Ashwin in the Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS) squad in that season. He was picked at the price of INR 10 Lakhs. In 2018, Sundar was sold to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for INR 3.2 crore. He was a part of the Bengaluru-based franchise for four years. However, he didn’t play in IPL 2021 and was released by the franchise ahead of IPL 2022 auction. In IPL 2022, he joined SRH for ₹8.75 crores and now will be playing his third season with the Hyderabad franchise
Year | Price | IPL Team |
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2017 | 10 Lakh | Rising Pune Supergiants |
2018 | 3.20 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
2019 | 3.20 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
2020 | 3.20 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
2021 | 3.20 Cr | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
2022 | 8.75 Cr | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
2023 | 8.75 Cr | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
2024 | 8.75 Cr | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
Washington Sundar IPL Career Stats & Records
Washington Sundar didn’t participate in the IPL through the official player auction process in his debut year. However, he did make his IPL debut in the 2017 season as a replacement player for the Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS).
The original player he replaced was the renowned off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who suffered an injury. Washington Sundar impressed everyone with his all-round abilities in that season, taking wickets and contributing with his batting. This led to him being picked up by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the official auction for the following IPL season.
Washington Sundar Highest Score & Best Bowling Figure in IPL
Here’s a breakdown of Washington Sundar’s best performances in the IPL:
- Highest Score: 40
- Best Bowling Figures: 3/16
While Sundar primarily contributes as a bowling all-rounder, he has shown glimpses of his batting prowess on occasion. His highest score of 40 runs in 2022, played a vital cameo knock by helping his team secure a much-needed victory.
On the bowling front, Sundar has displayed his ability to take wickets in crucial moments. His best bowling figures of 3/16 came while playing for the Rising Pune Supergiants (RSP) in 2017. His economical and impactful performance showcased his bowling skills and contribution to the team’s success.
Washington Sundar IPL 2021 Runs & Wickets
Washington Sundar emerged as a vital cog in the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) machinery during the IPL 2021 season, contributing significantly with both bat and ball. Here’s a glimpse of his impressive performance:
- Runs Scored: 31
- Batting Average: 7.75
- Highest Score: 10
- Wickets Taken: 3
- Bowling Average: 39.33
- Bowling Economy: 7.37
Washington Sundar IPL 2022 Runs & Wickets
While Washington Sundar’s playing time fluctuated throughout the 2022 season, he made valuable contributions for the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) with both bat and ball. Here’s a summary of his performance:
- Matches Played: 9
- Runs Scored: 101
- Batting Average: 14.43
- Highest Score: 40
- Wickets Taken: 6
- Bowling Average: 39.83
- Economy Rate: 8.54
Washington Sundar IPL 2023 Runs & Wickets
Despite showcasing his all-round abilities, Washington Sundar’s 2023 IPL season was cut short due to a hamstring injury. Here’s a glimpse into his contributions before the injury:
- Matches Played: 7
- Runs Scored: 60
- Batting Average: 15.00
- Highest Score: 24*
- Wickets Taken: 3
- Bowling Average: 48.67
- Bowling Economy: 8.26
Washinton Sundar IPL Batting Stats
Year | Mat | Inn | N.O. | Runs | HS | Avg | S/R | 100 | 50 |
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2024 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2023 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 60 | 24* | 15.00 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 |
2022 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 101 | 40 | 14.43 | 146.38 | 0 | 0 |
2021 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 31 | 10 | 7.75 | 65.95 | 0 | 0 |
2020 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 111 | 30 | 18.50 | 116.84 | 0 | 0 |
2019 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.50 | 33.33 | 0 | 0 |
2018 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 65 | 35 | 21.66 | 171.05 | 0 | 0 |
2017 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 5* | 9.00 | 75.00 | 0 | 0 |
All IPL | 58 | 38 | 12 | 378 | 40 | 14.54 | 116.67 | 0 | 0 |
Washinton Sundar IPL Bowling Stats
Year | Mat | Inn | Ov | Runs | Wkts | AVG | Eco | Best | 4W | 5W |
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2024 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 73 | 1 | 73.00 | 14.60 | 1/46 | 0 | 0 |
2023 | 7 | 7 | 17.4 | 146 | 3 | 48.67 | 8.26 | 3/28 | 0 | 0 |
2022 | 9 | 8 | 28 | 239 | 6 | 39.83 | 8.54 | 2/21 | 0 | 0 |
2021 | 6 | 6 | 16 | 118 | 3 | 39.33 | 7.37 | 1/7 | 0 | 0 |
2020 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 298 | 8 | 37.25 | 5.96 | 2/16 | 0 | 0 |
2019 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 74 | 4 | 18.50 | 8.22 | 3/24 | 0 | 0 |
2018 | 7 | 7 | 20 | 192 | 4 | 48.00 | 9.60 | 2/22 | 0 | 0 |
2017 | 11 | 10 | 30 | 185 | 8 | 23.12 | 6.16 | 3/16 | 0 | 0 |
All IPL | 58 | 56 | 170.4 | 1252 | 36 | 34.78 | 7.34 | 3/16 | 0 | 0 |
Washington Sundar Last 10 IPL Matches
Match 34 | Vs Delhi | 3/28 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, India |
Match 29 | Vs Chennai | 0/16 | M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India |
Match 25 | Vs Mumbai | 0/33 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, India |
Match 19 | Vs Kolkata | 0/20 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India |
Match 14 | Vs Punjab | 0/6 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, India |
Match 10 | Vs Lucknow | 0/11 | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, India |
Match 4 | Vs Rajasthan | 0/32 | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad, India |
Match 70 | Vs Punjab | 1/19 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India |
Match 65 | Vs Mumbai | 1/36 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India |
Match 61 | Vs Kolkata | 0/40 | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, India |
Washington Sundar had an average season in IPL 2023. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad have backed him and retained him for the upcoming season. He will be looking to give his best in IPL 2024 and help SRH to lift their second IPl title. His performance can also help him to get his berth in the Indian squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup in West Indies and the USA.