Washington Sundar | Height, Age, Profession, Net Worth, Family, Biography & More

• Birth: 5 October 1999 (age 24 years), Chennai
• Current teams: Lancashire Cricket Club (All-rounder),
• Dates joined: 2022 (Lancashire Cricket Club, Sunrisers Hyderabad)
• Nationality: Indian
• Siblings: M.S. Shailaja
• Height: 1.85 m
• Parents: M Sundar

Washington Sundar

Early Life & Education

Washington Sundar, born on October 5, 1999, in Tamil Nadu, India, comes from a middle-class family in Chennai. His father, M. Sundar, is a Ranji cricketer who always supported Washington's cricket aspirations. The family received help from an ex-army man named P.D. Washington. Washington's unusual first name is a tribute to P.D. Washington, who played a significant role in supporting the family. Despite financial difficulties, P.D. Washington provided for Washington's needs, covering his expenses, including clothing and tuition, and encouraging him. In gratitude, Sundar named his son Washington. Sundar expressed that if he had a second child, he would have named him Washington Jr. Washington Sundar has a sister named Shailja, who is also involved in cricket. As of now, there is no public information about his romantic relationships, and his social media does not indicate any special person in his life.

Washington Sundar attended St. Bede Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School for his primary and secondary education. After completing his education, he pursued his passion for cricket and entered regional tournaments.

Domestic and IPL Career

Washington Sundar made his first-class debut for Tamil Nadu in the 2016–17 Ranji Trophy on October 6, 2016. Following in the footsteps of Tamil Nadu's Ravichandran Ashwin, Sundar transitioned from being a young batsman to gaining recognition as an offspinner. In October 2017, he achieved a milestone by scoring his maiden first-class century while playing for Tamil Nadu against Tripura in the 2017–18 Ranji Trophy. Additionally, he was selected to represent India in the U-19 World Cup in 2016.

In 2017, Rising Pune Supergiant picked him as a replacement for Ravichandran Ashwin in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Sundar made his Twenty20 debut for Rising Pune Supergiants in the 2017 IPL on April 22, 2017. He earned the man of the match award in the IPL 2017 Qualifier 1 between Mumbai Indians and Pune Supergiants, showcasing a notable performance with three wickets for 16 runs.

During the 2018 IPL auction in January 2018, the Royal Challengers Bangalore acquired him. In October 2018, he was named in India C's squad for the 2018–19 Deodhar Trophy.

In the 2022 IPL Auction, Sunrisers Hyderabad secured Sundar's services for ₹8.75 crores. In August 2022, he played for Lancashire County Cricket Club in the Royal London One-Day Cup and the County Championship, marking his debut with a five-wicket haul against Northamptonshire County Cricket Club.

International Career

In November 2017, Washington Sundar was named in India's Twenty20 International (T20I) squad for the series against Sri Lanka. Shortly afterward, he was added to the One Day International (ODI) squad due to Kedar Jadhav's injury. Sundar made his ODI debut against Sri Lanka on December 13, 2017, taking his first wicket by clean bowling Lahiru Thirimanne. He also made his T20I debut against Sri Lanka on December 24, 2017, becoming the youngest Indian to debut in T20Is at the age of 18 years and 80 days.

In March 2018, he was part of India's squad for the 2018 Nidahas Trophy against Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Sundar received praise for his economical bowling and achieved a 3-wicket haul, making him the youngest T20I player to do so. He was named the player of the series.

Sundar became a regular member of the Indian Twenty20 team and played a crucial role. Initially selected as a net bowler for India's 2020-21 Australia tour, he unexpectedly earned his first Test cap on January 15, in the final Test match at The Gabba. His debut Test wicket was Steve Smith, and he contributed significantly with the bat, scoring 62 in a crucial partnership with Shardul Thakur. Sundar's maiden Test fifty made him only the third Indian to achieve this feat on Test debut in Australia.

Records

• In the Tamil Nadu Premier League 2016, Washington Sundar performed impressively, taking 11 wickets in 9 matches with an average of 12 and an economy rate of 5.54.
• In his debut match in 2016, Washington scored a quick 40 runs as an opener in the second innings.
• As of May 2017, his best bowling figure in one of his first-class matches is taking '3 wickets for just 23 runs.'
• During the first qualifier match against Mumbai Indians in May.

Washington Sundar's Brand Endosements

• Puma
• Anker Innovations
• TCL
• Gillete

Quick Facts About Washington Sundar

• Washington Sundar hails from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Initially a batsman, he later transformed into an off-spinner.
• Mr. Washington, who supported Sundar's father by covering fees and purchasing bats, inspired his name. Sundar's father chose "Washington" as a tribute to this generous individual, his godfather.
• Sundar enjoys listening to music as one of his favorite hobbies.