Tushar Deshpande, the promising Indian pacer known for his pace and aggression, was bought by Rajasthan Royals (RR) for a whopping INR 6.5 crore at the IPL Mega Auction 2025. This move marks a significant leap in Deshpande’s IPL career as he joins a franchise with a strong focus on developing young talent.
Tushar Deshpande IPL Career Overview
IPL Debut
- Match: DC vs RR
- Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Tushar Deshpande made his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals in the 2020 season, where he displayed glimpses of his potential as a fast bowler.
Last IPL Match
- Match: RCB vs CSK
- Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024
- Toss: Chennai Super Kings won the toss and opted to bowl
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Tushar Deshpande Auction 2025 Price History
| Year | Price in INR | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 20.00 Lac | Delhi Capitals |
| 2022 | 20.00 Lac | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2023 | 20.00 Lac | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2024 | 20.00 Lac | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2025 | 6.5 Cr | Rajasthan Royals |
Tushar Deshpande IPL Batting Stats
| Year | Matches | Not Out | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 36 | 3 | 21 | 20* | 21.00 | 150.00 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0* | – | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0* | – | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 1 | 21 | 20* | 21.00 | 175.00 | 2 | 1 |
Tushar Deshpande IPL Bowling Stats
| Year | Matches | Balls | Runs | Wickets | Best Bowling | Average | Economy | Strike Rate | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 36 | 773 | 1243 | 42 | 4/27 | 29.60 | 9.65 | 18.40 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 13 | 288 | 424 | 17 | 4/27 | 24.94 | 8.83 | 16.94 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 341 | 564 | 21 | 3/45 | 26.86 | 9.92 | 16.24 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 42 | 63 | 1 | 1/40 | 63.00 | 9.00 | 42.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 102 | 192 | 3 | 2/37 | 64.00 | 11.29 | 34.00 | 0 | 0 |
Tushar Deshpande’s Strengths and Impact in IPL 2025
- Powerplay Specialist: Tushar’s ability to swing the ball early on makes him a valuable asset in the powerplay overs.
- Death Overs Bowler: With his pace variations and accuracy, he can deliver crucial breakthroughs at the death.
- Experience and Skill: Having played for multiple teams, Deshpande brings a wealth of experience that Rajasthan Royals can rely on.
Conclusion
Tushar Deshpande’s move to Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025 for a significant Rs. 6.5 crore price tag highlights his rising value as a fast bowler. With his proven skills and hunger for success, Deshpande is set to play a pivotal role in RR’s quest for IPL glory.
