KKR · IPL 2026
Varun Chakravarthy — IPL 2026 Profile & Stats
Spin Bowler · Kolkata Knight Riders · ₹12 Cr
IPL Career Stats
68
Matches
28
Runs
4.67
Average
60.87
Strike Rate
0
100s
0
50s
Bowling Stats
78
Wickets
23.9
Bowl Avg
7.18
Economy
5/17
Best
About Varun Chakravarthy
Varun Chakravarthy is a mystery spinner who bamboozles batsmen with his variations and unreadable deliveries. The former architect turned cricketer was pivotal in KKR's IPL 2024 title win with his economical bowling and wicket-taking prowess in the middle overs.
Career Highlights
- Took 5/17 against DC — one of the best bowling figures by a KKR spinner
- Key spinner in KKR's IPL 2024 title-winning campaign
- Won the Purple Cap in IPL 2024 with 21 wickets
- Economy rate below 7.20 — among the best for IPL spinners
- Former architect who switched to cricket professionally at 25
IPL Journey
Kings XI Punjab
Kolkata Knight RidersCurrent
IPL debut: 2019 · IPL titles: 1
Player Information
| Full Name | Varun Chakravarthy |
| Born | August 29, 1991, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Batting Style | Right-hand bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm mystery spin |
| Role | Spin Bowler |
| IPL 2026 Team | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) |
| Auction Price | ₹12 Cr |
| Highest IPL Score | 7* |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team does Varun Chakravarthy play for in IPL 2026?
Varun Chakravarthy plays for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2026. He was acquired for ₹12 Cr in the auction.
How many IPL runs has Varun Chakravarthy scored?
Varun Chakravarthy has scored 28 runs in 68 IPL matches at an average of 4.67 and a strike rate of 60.87. He has 0 centuries and 0 half-centuries.
How many IPL titles has Varun Chakravarthy won?
Varun Chakravarthy has won 1 IPL title during his career.