Samuel Matthew Curran

England

Born June 3, 1998
Birth Place Northampton
Height -
Role Allrounder
Batting Style Left-Hand Bat
Bowling Style Left-Arm Medium-Fast
ICC Rankings
TEST ODI T20
Batting - - -
Bowling - - -
Career Information
Teams

England,PBKS,Surrey,Auckland,CSK,Vipers,Eng Lions,England YC,MI Cape Town,Invincibles,Surr 2nd XI,,,Zim U-13s

Batting Career Summary
M Inn NO Runs HS Avg BF SR 100 50 4s 6s
TEST 24 38 5 815 78 24.69 1271 64.12 0 3 96 21
ODIs 32 24 3 468 95* 22.28 489 95.7 0 1 28 21
T20Is 46 28 8 260 50 13 219 118.72 0 1 15 12
FC 80 122 14 3250 126 30.09 5146 63.15 1 23 435 55
ListA 81 56 8 1048 95* 21.83 1169 89.64 0 2 84 27
T20s 226 183 35 3058 72* 20.66 2313 132.2 0 16 228 144
Bowling Career Summary
M Inn B Runs Wkts BBI BBM Econ Avg SR 5W 10W
TEST 24 42 3091 1669 47 4/58 5/92 3.23 35.51 65.7 0 0
ODIs 32 32 1277 1323 33 5/48 5/48 6.21 40.09 38.6 1 0
T20Is 46 46 869 1159 49 5/10 5/10 8 23.65 17.7 1 0
FC 80 134 11198 6222 206 7/58 10/101 3.33 30.2 54.3 7 1
ListA 81 78 3497 3362 99 5/48 5/48 5.76 33.95 35.3 1 0
T20s 226 219 4249 6223 219 5/10 5/10 8.78 28.41 19.4 3 0

Sam Curran is a talented English all-rounder who has become a vital cog in the Punjab Kings (PBKS) machine. Here's a look at his cricketing journey:

  • Playing Style: Left-handed batsman, Left-arm swing bowler
  • IPL Debut: 2019 (for Chennai Super Kings)
  • IPL Team (2024): Punjab Kings (PBKS)

Early IPL Stint:

Curran first entered the IPL scene in 2019, playing for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). He impressed with his all-around abilities, even becoming the youngest player to take an IPL hat-trick.

  • Breakthrough with England:

Curran's international breakthrough came in 2022 when he played a pivotal role in England's T20 World Cup victory. His stellar performance, especially in the final against Pakistan where he bagged three wickets, made him a hot commodity.

Most Expensive IPL Player:

The Punjab Kings recognized Curran's talent and went all out for him in the 2023 IPL mega-auction, making him the most expensive player in IPL history at a whopping INR 18.5 crore.

Impact on Punjab Kings (IPL 2023):

Curran justified his hefty price tag in IPL 2023. He displayed his skills with both bat and ball, helping the Punjab Kings win crucial matches.

  • Batting Prowess: Curran played some impressive knocks, including a crucial half-century in the opening match against Delhi Capitals.
  • Bowling Contributions: His left-arm swing bowling provided vital breakthroughs, picking up wickets at key moments.

Looking Ahead to IPL 2024:

With a successful season under his belt, Sam Curran is expected to remain a key player for the Punjab Kings in IPL 2024. His all-round abilities and experience on the big stage make him a valuable asset for the franchise.