Washington Sundar’s repeat performance in the ongoing 2nd Test match between India and New Zealand has surely established his worth. Sundar was picked for this match, as he is a complete all-rounder. It would provide India batting depth and a balanced spin attack. Sundar had done enough bowling recently to be in the XI at Pune, where India wanted a bowler who can adjust with some change on the surface. Today also, Sundar bowled sensibly, taking the vital wickets that restrained the New Zealand innings till 259/10 .
New Zealand Struggle Against Indian Bowlers
The 2nd Test has so far been a stern challenge for New Zealand. Their innings was wrapped up at 259/10 in 79.1overs as Sundar turned out to be the key player who got rid of the middle-order batsmen with his splendid bowling, especially bowled Ravindra of 65 runs who clearly shows the middle order of the game can be changed by the spinner. Meanwhile, it is well anchored by Devon Conway with a remarkable 76 runs for India’s bowling led by Sundar and Ashwin as they kept the visitors under check.
Career Bowling Summary of Washington Sundar
Average in all formats except Test cricket he has been very good at all formats.
- Test: 13 wickets in 5 matches. Best – 7/59.
- ODI: 23 wickets in 22 matches.
- T20I: 47 wickets in 52 matches.
- IPL: 37 wickets in 60 matches.
Washington Sundar’s bowling Record career:
| Format | Matches | Innings | Balls | Runs | Wickets | Best Bowling (BBI) | Economy | Average | Strike Rate | 5W | 10W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 5 | 8 | 664 | 358 | 13 | 7/59 | 3.25 | 29.83 | 55.33 | 1 | 0 |
| ODI | 22 | 19 | 798 | 626 | 23 | 3/30 | 4.71 | 27.22 | 34.7 | 0 | 0 |
| T20I | 52 | 50 | 963 | 1104 | 47 | 3/15 | 6.88 | 23.49 | 20.49 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL | 60 | 58 | 1054 | 1325 | 37 | 3/16 | 7.54 | 35.81 | 28.49 | 0 | 0 |
His ability to hold tight lines along with an economical bowling rate makes him a good option for both white-ball as well as red-ball formats. Lately, the players were added in the side in order to balance out India’s spin attack and show off his continuity as an all-rounder.
Conclusion
India’s inclusion strategy about Sundar appears to be coming to fruition. Overall, across the bat for New Zealand today, his performance has given India much-needed control. As the Test series unfolds, Sundar’s contribution will be precious, hinting at his value for the Indian cricketing team.
