Kuldeep Yadav, India’s premier left-arm wrist spinner, has made a name for himself with his ability to deceive batters through flight, turn, and subtle variations. Over the years, Kuldeep has been a match-winner in both home and overseas conditions. His record at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), though limited to a single ODI appearance, reflects his capability to perform effectively even in Australia — a country traditionally known for favoring fast bowlers.
Kuldeep Yadav was not part of the playing XI in the first and second ODIs against Australia during the October 2025 series, held at Perth and Adelaide, respectively. However, with India’s spin attack expected to play a more significant role in the upcoming third ODI, Kuldeep is likely to return to the lineup. His recent form across formats has been impressive — in the West Indies Test series, he picked up a five-wicket haul (5/82) and a total of eight wickets in one match, while also delivering impactful performances in the Asia Cup 2025 T20Is, where he claimed key spells like 4/30 vs Pakistan and 3/18 vs Bangladesh.
Kuldeep Yadav ODI Stats and Records at Sydney Cricket Ground
Kuldeep Yadav has played 1 ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground, during India’s 2019 tour of Australia. He took 2 wickets for 54 runs in his 10-over spell, maintaining a strong economy rate of 5.40 and a bowling average of 27.00.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 1 |
| Innings Bowled | 1 |
| Overs Bowled | 10.0 |
| Runs Conceded | 54 |
| Wickets Taken | 2 |
| Best Bowling Figures | 2/54 |
| Bowling Average | 27.00 |
| Strike Rate | 30.00 |
| Economy Rate | 5.40 |
Kuldeep Yadav at Sydney Cricket Ground – ODI Match Breakdown
| Date | Opponent | Overs | Wickets | Runs Conceded | Economy | Key Dismissals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jan 2019 | Australia | 10.0 | 2 | 54 | 5.40 | Alex Carey (c Rohit Sharma), Shaun Marsh (c Shami) |
Kuldeep Yadav’s only ODI at the SCG highlighted his wicket-taking skills and composure in Australian conditions. Dismissing two key batters — Alex Carey and Shaun Marsh — he played a vital role in keeping the opposition in check. With his recent return to form and consistent match-winning spells across formats, Kuldeep remains a crucial weapon for India’s ODI side and is expected to make a strong impact when he returns to the playing XI in upcoming matches at the SCG.
