V Shankar

Vijay Shankar is an Indian all-rounder who emerged as a promising talent in domestic and international cricket. Known for his ability to contribute with both bat and ball, Shankar made his mark in the Tamil Nadu state team before earning recognition at the national level. His medium-pace bowling and solid batting technique made him a valuable utility player for various teams. Shankar gained significant attention during the 2019 Cricket World Cup selection, where he was chosen as India's number 4 batsman, though his international career has been relatively brief. In his 11 ODI appearances, he showed decent batting form with an average of 32.33, scoring 194 runs, while also contributing 4 wickets with his medium pace. His T20 career has been more extensive with 78 matches, accumulating 1,334 runs at an average of 26.16 and taking 14 wickets. Playing primarily for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, Shankar has been utilized as a reliable middle-order batsman and a handy bowling option. His versatility and ability to adapt to different batting positions have made him a valuable asset in domestic cricket, though he continues to work towards establishing himself more firmly in the international setup.