Andre Siddarth, an emerging talent from Tamil Nadu, has been signed by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for INR 30.0 Lakh during the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. At just 18 years old, this young batter is considered one of the rising stars in Indian cricket, bringing his domestic performances and potential to the IPL stage.
Early Life and Background
- Full Name: C Andre Siddarth
- Born: August 28, 2006 (Age: 18 years)
- Batting Style: Right-hand Bat
- Playing Role: Batter
- Relation: Nephew of S Sharath, a former cricketer.
Andre has been representing Tamil Nadu in domestic cricket and has also played for the Chepauk Super Gillies, gaining valuable experience at a young age.
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Andre Siddarth’s Career Stats
Batting & Fielding
| Format | Matches | Innings | NO | Runs | HS | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC | 5 | 6 | 2 | 372 | 94 | 93.00 | 60.29 | 0 | 4 | 45 | 3 | 6 |
Bowling
Andre Siddarth has not bowled in his professional career yet, focusing solely on his batting skills.
Recent Performances
| Match | Batting Performance | Date | Ground | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu vs Railways | 78 | 13-Nov-2024 | Ahmedabad | FC |
| Tamil Nadu vs Assam | 94 | 06-Nov-2024 | Guwahati | FC |
| Tamil Nadu vs Chhattisgarh | 55* & 41 | 26-Oct-2024 | Coimbatore | FC |
| Tamil Nadu vs Delhi | 66* | 18-Oct-2024 | Delhi | FC |
| Tamil Nadu vs Saurashtra | 38 | 11-Oct-2024 | Coimbatore | FC |
Debut Matches
- First-Class Debut: Saurashtra vs Tamil Nadu, October 2024, Coimbatore
- Last First-Class Match: Railways vs Tamil Nadu, November 2024, Ahmedabad
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What to Expect in IPL 2025
Andre Siddarth’s ability to play composed innings under pressure and his consistency in converting starts into meaningful contributions have made him a valuable addition to CSK. His strike rotation and ability to find boundaries make him an asset in the middle order, and learning under MS Dhoni’s leadership could further elevate his game.
Andre Siddarth is a promising young batter whose stellar performances in domestic cricket have earned him a spot in CSK for INR 30.0 Lakh. With his solid technique and hunger for runs, he is poised to leave a mark in the IPL 2025. Fans of CSK will be eager to see him showcase his talent on the big stage.
