Gurjapneet Singh is a 27‑year‑old left‑arm fast‑medium bowler from Ludhiana, Punjab, who plays for Tamil Nadu in domestic cricket and Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. He made headlines with a dream Ranji Trophy debut in 2024–25, taking 6/22 against Saurashtra and dismissing Cheteshwar Pujara for a duck.
Personal & Background
- Born: 8 November 1998, Ludhiana, Punjab
- Height: 6 ft 4 in (193 cm)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Left‑arm fast‑medium
- Education: Guru Nanak College, Chennai
- Early Life: Grew up in Ambala, moved to Chennai in 2017 to pursue cricket.
Career Path
- TNPL:
- Dindigul Dragons (2021) – 7 wickets in 9 matches.
- Madurai Panthers (2023–25) – 15 wickets in 2023, second‑highest in the tournament.
- Domestic Debut:
- First‑Class debut for Tamil Nadu in Ranji Trophy 2024–25 vs Saurashtra (6/22).
- Represented Tamil Nadu in Ranji, Vijay Hazare, and Syed Mushtaq Ali tournaments.
- IPL:
- Net bowler for CSK in 2024.
- Bought by CSK in the 2025 auction for ₹2.2 crore.
- IPL 2026: Played 6 matches, took 4 wickets (best 1/7 vs Mumbai Indians).
Gurjapneet Singh Statistics
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Avg | Econ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 9 | 33 | 6/22 | 22.06 | 2.85 | |
| List A | 9 | 17 | 6/26 | 20.41 | 5.33 | |
| T20s | 21 | 25 | 3/18 | 27.20 | 9.25 | |
| IPL (CSK) | 6 | 4 | 1/7 | 42.00 | 9.24 |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Tall left‑arm seamer, generates bounce and movement.
- Impact: Known for his fiery debut spell and ability to trouble top batters (dismissed Virat Kohli in nets, Pujara in Ranji debut).
- Future Outlook: With IPL exposure and strong domestic numbers, Gurjapneet is seen as a potential India A and national team prospect.
Conclusion:
Gurjapneet Singh’s rise from TNPL to the Ranji Trophy and eventually the IPL reflects the determination of a bowler who has carved his path through sheer persistence. His fiery debut spell of 6/22 against Saurashtra, which included dismissing Cheteshwar Pujara, immediately marked him as a bowler of promise. Standing tall at 6’4”, his left‑arm pace brings bounce and movement that troubles even seasoned batters. Though his IPL numbers are still modest, the exposure to high‑pressure environments with the Chennai Super Kings has accelerated his growth. At 27, Gurjapneet is entering his prime years, and with continued consistency in domestic cricket, he has the potential to break into India A and eventually the national side. His journey embodies the story of a hardworking fast bowler who could become a valuable asset in India’s pace arsenal.
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