Yuzvendra Chahal is an Indian international cricketer who plays for the India national cricket team in white-ball formats as a leg spin bowler. He also represents Haryana in domestic cricket, Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL), and Northamptonshire in the County Championship.
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL Profile and Stats
- Full Name: Yuzvendra Singh Chahal
- Date of Birth: July 23, 1990
- Age: 34 years
- Birthplace: Jind, Haryana, India
- Batting Style: Right-handed
- Bowling Style: Right-arm leg break
- Role: Bowler
- IPL Teams: Mumbai Indians (2011–2013), Royal Challengers Bangalore (2014–2021), Rajasthan Royals (2022–2024), Punjab Kings (2025–present)
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL 2025
Yuzvendra Chahal has been one of the most consistent performers in the IPL over the last decade. He didn’t get many chances at the start of his career, but over time, he became the leading wicket-taker in IPL history. This leg-spinner has used his skills to trouble batters and take plenty of wickets throughout the tournament. In the IPL 2025 auction, Chahal was bought by Punjab Kings for INR 18 crore. The bidding began with Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings, but things got intense when Lucknow Super Giants and Punjab Kings joined in. Sunrisers Hyderabad also made a late push, but Punjab Kings eventually signed Chahal for INR 18 crore. Chahal, who is the first bowler to take 200 wickets in the IPL, will now represent Punjab this season.
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL First Match
| Match | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2013 |
| Venue | Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh |
| Date & Time | April 15, 07:30 PM LOCAL |
Yuzvendra Chahal was with the Mumbai Indians squad from 2011 to 2013, but he made his IPL debut only in 2013. His first match came against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 24, 2013. However, it wasn’t a great start for Chahal, as he gave away 34 runs in his four overs without taking a wicket. That also turned out to be the only match he played that season.
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL 2025 Performance
Yuzvendra Chahal’s performance in IPL 2025 has been a mix of good and not-so-good moments. In eight matches, he has had some strong performances but also struggled with consistency. His best performance came when he took 4 wickets for 32 runs in 3 overs, showing he can turn games around. He also had a solid outing, giving away only 11 runs and taking 2 wickets in 3 overs, with an economy rate of just 3.7.
However, Chahal has also had some expensive spells, including giving away 34 runs in 3 overs and 36 runs in 4 overs without picking up a wicket. Overall, while Chahal has shown he can take wickets, he’s also been costly at times, with a few wicketless games and an economy rate over 10. To make a bigger impact, he’ll need to be more consistent in the upcoming matches.
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL 2025 Last Match
| Match | Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2025 |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Date & Time | April 30, 07:30 PM LOCAL |
Yuzvendra Chahal’s last appearance was in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2025, where he played for Punjab Kings against Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL 2025 Earnings and Auction History
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18 Cr | PBKS |
| 2024 | 6.50 Cr | RR |
| 2023 | 6.50 Cr | RR |
| 2022 | 6.50 Cr | RR |
| 2021 | 6.00 Cr | RCB |
| 2020 | 6.00 Cr | RCB |
| 2019 | 6.00 Cr | RCB |
| 2018 | 6.00 Cr | RCB |
| 2017 | 10.0 L | RCB |
| 2016 | 10.0 L | RCB |
Yuzvendra Chahal secured his first IPL contract in 2011 when Mumbai Indians bought him for INR 10 lakhs. However, he spent the next two seasons on the bench before getting a single opportunity in 2013. Mumbai released Chahal ahead of the 2014 season.
His fortunes changed when Royal Challengers Bangalore picked him up for INR 10 lakhs in 2014. Chahal soon became their leading wicket-taker in the IPL.
Ahead of the 2018 auction, RCB retained him for INR 6 crore. In 2022, Yuzvendra Chahal was sold to Punjab Kings for INR 18 crore in the IPL 2025 auction.
Yuzvendra Chahal IPL Stats
| Year | Mat | Balls | Runs | WKTS | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 162 | 3563 | 4672 | 206 | 5/40 | 22.68 | 7.87 | 17.3 | 6 | 1 |
| 2025 | 2 | 42 | 70 | 1 | 1/36 | 70 | 10 | 42 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 15 | 348 | 546 | 18 | 3/11 | 30.33 | 9.41 | 19.33 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 14 | 317 | 432 | 21 | 4/17 | 20.57 | 8.18 | 15.1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 17 | 408 | 527 | 27 | 5/40 | 19.52 | 7.75 | 15.11 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 15 | 318 | 374 | 18 | 3/11 | 20.77 | 7.05 | 17.66 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 15 | 343 | 405 | 21 | 3/18 | 19.28 | 7.08 | 16.33 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 296 | 386 | 18 | 4/38 | 21.44 | 7.82 | 16.44 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 300 | 363 | 12 | 2/22 | 30.25 | 7.26 | 25 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 13 | 261 | 333 | 14 | 3/16 | 23.78 | 7.65 | 18.64 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 | 295 | 401 | 21 | 4/25 | 19.09 | 8.15 | 14.04 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 | 281 | 415 | 23 | 3/40 | 18.04 | 8.86 | 12.21 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 330 | 386 | 12 | 2/17 | 32.16 | 7.01 | 27.5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 24 | 34 | 0 | 0/34 | – | 8.5 | – | 0 | 0 |
Yuzvendra Chahal has been one of the most consistent and successful bowlers in IPL history. Over his career of 162 matches, he has bowled 3563 balls, taken 206 wickets, and recorded a best bowling figure of 5/40. With an average of 22.68 and an economy rate of 7.87, Chahal has been a reliable bowler, especially with his ability to take wickets regularly, as shown by his strike rate of 17.3. He has taken four wickets in a match six times and has one five-wicket haul.
In the 2025 season, Chahal has played two matches, with limited success, taking only one wicket and finishing with figures of 1/36. His economy rate has risen to 10, with an average of 70. In 2024, he played 15 matches, taking 18 wickets at an average of 30.33. However, he bounced back strongly in 2023, taking 21 wickets in 14 matches with an improved average of 20.57 and a solid economy rate of 8.18. The 2022 season was another strong year for Chahal, where he took 27 wickets, including a match-winning 5/40, and had a great average of 19.52 and an economy rate of 7.75.
Chahal’s best season came in 2021, when he claimed 18 wickets from 15 matches at an average of 20.77 and an economy rate of 7.05. In 2020, he continued his excellent form, taking 21 wickets at an average of 19.28 with a slightly better economy rate of 7.08. Throughout his career, Chahal has proven himself as a reliable wicket-taker in the middle overs, making him a key player for any team.