Who is Washington Sundar? Know About His Wife, Family, Career, Stats, and More

Washington Sundar is an Indian international cricketer who plays as an all-rounder in the team. He bats left-handed and bowls right-arm off-break. Sundar represents the Tamil Nadu team in domestic cricket and plays for Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Currently he is counted as a good batting all-rounder of India. In his short career, he has given many memorable performances for the Indian cricket team.

Washington Sundar played first-class cricket for the first time in the 2016-17 Ranji Trophy season. On 6 October 2016, Washington made his first-class debut for Tamil Nadu. He played 12 matches for Tamil Nadu in the 2016-17 Ranji Trophy and scored 532 runs at an average of 31.29, as well as took 300 wickets at an average of 26.93.

At the same time, in the 2017-2018 Ranji Trophy, he scored his first first-class century while batting against Tripura in October 2017. Apart from this, in 2016, he was also selected in India's Under-19 for the Under-19 World Cup. He performed very well and won everyone's heart.

Washington Sundar's Personal Information

Washington Sundar took four wickets for Lancashire against Northamptonshire in the first match of the County Championship. He got his first wicket on the second ball itself. He was a part of the Indian cricket team in the Under-19 World Cup 2016. He performed brilliantly to help India win the tournament. But very few people know that he cannot hear from one ear. Despite this physical disability, he has made his own identity in cricket and has become one of the names to reckon with.

Washington Sundar Family

Washington Sundar was born on 5 October 1999 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Sundar's father, Mani Sundar, was also a cricketer and a Ranji player for Tamil Nadu. He named his son Washington in honor of his godfather, P.D. Washington, who used to buy bats for him and pay his school fees. He also runs a cricket club now. His elder sister, Shailaja Sundar, also plays cricket. That is, Washington Sundar has inherited the ability to play cricket since his childhood.

Washington Sundar Instagram

Washington Sundar's Instagram ID is @washisundar555. He is very much active in the account and posts lots of pictures for his fans and followers. He has 2 million followers in instagram.

Washington Sundar Twitter

Washington Sundar uses his Twitter account. His account ID is @Sundarwashi5. Through his twitter, he connects with his fans and shares his stories.

Washington Sundar's Jersey Number

The jersey number of Washington Sundar in IPL is 555. In international cricket, he dons number 5.

Washington Sundar's Girlfriend

Washington Sundar is unmarried. He's not dating anyone.

Washington Sundar Net Worth

Here's the current net worth of Washington Sundar.

Washington Sundar Career and Stats

The international cricket career of Washington Sundar started in ODI match against Sri Lanka on 13th December 2017. After that, he played a T20 International against Sri Lanka on 24th December, 2017. But he had to wait for four years for Test cricket and got his first chance in 2021 against Australia. In the arena of the Indian Premier League, Washington Sundar made his debut with Rising Pune Super Giants against Sunrisers Hyderabad. It must be highlighted that, at the age of 18 years 80 days, Sundar became the youngest player to play a T20 International match for India.