Name Hindi: वॉशिंगटन सुंदर / Gender Man
Washington Sundar: An Outstanding Cricket Player
Renowned for his extraordinary cricket skills, Washington Sundar is an iconic sportsman in the world of cricket. He was born on October 5, 1999, in Chennai, India, to a family that has always been passionate about cricket. With the full support and guidance from his father, who was also a cricketer during his early years, Washington’s dedication towards this sport gradually turned into an astounding profession.
Career Overview
Although Washington Sundar is a right-handed batsman predominantly, he doubles as a left-arm off spin bowler making him one of the few promising all-rounders marking their territory in international cricket. His contributions towards both domestic and international games have confirmed his proficiency at delivering top-notch performances consistently.
- In December 2016, Sundar made his first-class debut for Tamil Nadu in the ongoing Ranji Trophy season.
- In February 2017, he achieved recognition by becoming part of the Indian Premier League (IPL), bagging a contract from Pune Supergiants team.
- Sundar debuted internationally for the Indian cricket team against Sri Lanka on December 13th, 2017.
- He became the youngest ever to play as an opening batsman in test format from India when he made his Test debut on Dec 17th, 2020 against Australia.
Achievements and Recognitions
As a renowned sportsperson with enhanced talent and technique improvements over time, Washington has deservedly had numerous accolades come his way.
- His startling performance of 3/16 on debut at the IPL earned him the Man of the Match award.
- He has taken over 30 wickets and scored more than 2,000 runs in First-Class cricket.
- In India’s Test win against Australia, Washington Sundar not only took four wickets but also scored a vital half-century that proved instrumental to India’s victory. The match got him significant visibility worldwide.
Despite having just embarked upon his journey, Washington Sundar has already left an undeniable footprint in world cricket. With extraordinary performances beckoning from his end, it is indisputable that the future holds bright prospects for this driven and versatile sportsman.
References:
- “Washington Sundar.” ESPNcricinfo. Accessed March 10, 2021).
- “India tour of Australia: Washington Sundar impresses on Test debut with fighting fifty.” Times Now News (January 17, 2021).
Note: This article was last updated on January 20th, 2022.
