Washington Sundar is an Indian all-rounder who bats left-handed and bowls right-arm off-spin, currently active in international cricket and part of India’s squad for the South Africa tour of India 2025. In this series, he plays a key role as a spin-bowling all-rounder while batting in the lower-middle order, usually at No. 6 or No. 7, where his ability to stabilize innings and contribute crucial runs is highly valued.
Domestically, he represents Tamil Nadu and played for the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 season. One of his standout cricketing moments came during the Gabba Test in 2021, where his brilliant 62 on debut and a vital partnership under pressure proved decisive in India’s historic series win. At 6’1″ (185 cm) and 26 years old in 2025, Sundar continues to strengthen his reputation as a reliable, multi-dimensional cricketer for India.
Luxury apartment in Chennai, Mercedes SUV, Mahindra Thar (gifted by Anand Mahindra)
Washington Sundar’s wealth primarily stems from his IPL contracts, BCCI central contract (Grade C), match fees, and endorsement deals with brands like Puma, Anker Innovations, TCL, and Gillette. His net worth reflects his steady rise in Indian cricket.
Teams Played For
Team
Years Active
India
2017
Tamil Nadu
2016
Rising Pune Supergiant
2017
Royal Challengers Bangalore
2018–2021
Sunrisers Hyderabad
2022–2024
Gujarat Titans
2025
Lancashire (County Cricket)
2022
India U-19
2016
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
St. Bede’s Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai
University
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai
Complete Career Stats
Batting Career Summary
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Average
Strike Rate
100s
50s
Test
16
715
100
44.76
56.82
1
5
ODI
26
371
51
26.50
86.38
0
1
T20I
57
193
49
13.79
134.72
0
0
IPL
66
511
49
18.96
143.82
0
0
Bowling Career Summary
Format
Wickets
Best Figures
Average
Economy
Test
35
7/59
30.34
3.35
ODI
29
3/30
26.34
4.87
T20I
51
3/3
22.18
6.90
IPL
39
3/16
36.82
7.70
Washington Sundar Recent Form – Last 5 Matches
Format
Opponent
Date
Runs / Wickets
Venue
ODI
South Africa
December 3, 2025
1(8) & 0-28
Mumbai
ODI
South Africa
November 30, 2025
13(19) & 0-18
Pune
Test
South Africa
November 22, 2025
48(92) & 16(44) • 0-58 & 1-67
Ranchi
Test
South Africa
November 14, 2025
29(82) & 31(92) • 0-3 & DNB
Visakhapatnam
T20
Australia
November 8, 2025
DNB • 3-3
Brisbane
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2016
Selected for India U-19 World Cup squad
2017
Made IPL debut for Rising Pune Supergiant; became youngest Indian T20I debutant at 18 years and 80 days
2018
Named Player of the Series in Nidahas Trophy
2021
Made Test debut at The Gabba, scored crucial 62 and took 4 wickets in India’s historic series win
2023
Part of India’s Asia Cup winning squad
2024
Picked up maiden 10-wicket Test haul against New Zealand (11 wickets in match)
2025
Scored maiden Test century (100) against England at Old Trafford
2025
Part of India’s Champions Trophy winning squad
2025
Named Impact Player of the Series in T20I series against Australia
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Competition / Trophy / Award
Team / Significance
2014
Vijay Merchant Trophy (U-16)
Winner with Tamil Nadu U-16; early rise as an all-rounder
2016
Cooch Behar Trophy
Strong all-round season for Tamil Nadu U-19
2017
IPL Rising Performer
Breakout season with Rising Pune Supergiant
2018
Nidahas Trophy
Key tournament performer for India; Player of the Match in final league game
2019
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Winner with Tamil Nadu (important bowling spells in powerplay)
2020
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Winner with Tamil Nadu; leading economical bowler
2021
Border–Gavaskar Trophy
Historic Gabba Test contribution (62 & crucial wickets) in India’s series win
2022
IPL Playoffs Qualification
Played a crucial role for Sunrisers Hyderabad (all-round contributions)
2023
Deodhar Trophy
Represented South Zone; consistent performances
2024
India A Recognition
Strong multi-day performances earning Test recall
2025
South Africa Tour of India (Series Recognition)
Important all-round contributions in Tests &
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
Youngest T20I debutant for India
Debuted at 18 years and 80 days against Sri Lanka
Third Indian to score half-century on Test debut in Australia
Scored 62 at The Gabba in 2021
Maiden Test century
Scored unbeaten 100 against England at Old Trafford in 2025
Best Test bowling figures
7/59 against New Zealand in Pune, October 2024
Player of the Match in IPL 2017 Qualifier 1
Took 3/16 against Mumbai Indians
County cricket stint
Played for Lancashire in 2022, took 5-wicket haul on debut
Interesting Facts About
He was named after P.D. Washington, a retired army officer who financially supported his father’s cricket career by buying bats and paying fees.
Washington Sundar wears jersey number 555 in IPL, derived from his birth date and time (5th October at 5:05 AM).
He became the third Indian cricketer to score a half-century on Test debut in Australia, following in the footsteps of legendary players.
His debut Test performance at The Gabba in 2021 came unexpectedly as he was initially picked only as a net bowler for the tour.
Washington Sundar was left stranded on 96 not out in his home Test at Ahmedabad in 2021, narrowly missing his maiden Test century which he eventually achieved in 2025.
He received a Mahindra Thar as a gift from industrialist Anand Mahindra after his outstanding performance in the 2021 Gabba Test.
In the 2017 Tamil Nadu Premier League, he was the top scorer with 459 runs and also took 15 wickets, showcasing his all-round abilities.
His partnership of 123 runs with Shardul Thakur at The Gabba is considered one of the most crucial stands in India’s Test cricket history.
Born in Chennai, Washington Sundar is 26 years old and stands 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) tall. His journey through Tamil Nadu cricket, the IPL with multiple franchises, and international cricket across formats reflects his resilience and adaptability as a modern all-rounder.
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