
T Natarajan
Thangarasu Natarajan is an Indian left-arm fast bowler who has made a significant impact in limited-overs cricket, particularly in the T20 format. Born in Tamil Nadu, Natarajan rose to prominence through domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League, where his ability to bowl accurate yorkers and slower deliveries made him a valuable asset in death overs bowling. His consistent performances in the IPL caught the attention of national selectors, leading to his international debut. Natarajan's career highlight came during India's 2020-21 tour of Australia, where he became the first player to make his international debut in all three formats during the same tour. Despite limited opportunities at the highest level, his T20 record of 75 wickets in 67 matches demonstrates his effectiveness in the shortest format. Known for his variations and ability to bowl at the death, Natarajan has established himself as a specialist limited-overs bowler. His journey from domestic cricket to representing India across all formats serves as an inspiration, showcasing his determination and skill development over the years.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inn | Runs | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| odi | 2 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| t20 | 67 | 2 | 3 | 3.00 | 60.00 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| test | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1.00 | 11.11 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Balls | Wkts | Avg | Econ | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| odi | 120 | 3 | 47.67 | 7.15 | 2/70 |
| t20 | 1458 | 75 | 28.59 | 8.82 | 4/19 |
| test | 230 | 3 | 39.67 | 3.10 | 3/78 |
Fielding Stats
| Format | Catches | Stumpings | Run Outs |
|---|---|---|---|
| odi | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| t20 | 8 | 0 | 4 |
| test | 0 | 0 | 0 |
