Gurnoor Singh Brar is an up-and-coming Indian cricketer who plays for Punjab in domestic cricket. He has made outings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans. Known for his right-arm fast bowling and left-handed batting, Brar is making a name for himself on the cricketing circuit.
Early Career
Before transitioning to professional cricket, Gurnoor Brar served as a net bowler for the Mumbai Indians during the 2019 IPL season. There, he honed his skills alongside some of the best players in the game.
Career Statistics
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Batting Style | Left Handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm fast |
| IPL Matches | 1 |
| T20 Matches (Non-Domestic) | 11 |
| Runs in T20s (Non-Domestic) | 39 |
| Strike Rate in T20s | 150.00 |
| Wickets in T20s | 8 |
| Bowling Average in T20s | 42.37 |
| Economy Rate in T20s | 9.97 |
| Teams | Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, Punjab |
Domestic Career Highlights
Gurnoor made his professional List A debut for Punjab against Goa on December 14, 2022. Shortly after, he made his first-class debut against Railways on December 20, 2022. One of Brar’s noteworthy performances came in a Ranji Trophy match against Jammu and Kashmir on January 10, 2023. He scored 64 runs and formed a crucial 100-run partnership with Siddharth Kaul, leading Punjab to a four-wicket victory.
As of now, Brar has played in five first-class matches, amassing a total of 107 runs at an impressive strike rate of 120.22. Additionally, he has taken seven wickets with a commendable economy rate of 3.80.
IPL Career Ventures
Brar’s potential was recognized when he was signed by Punjab Kings for the 2023 IPL season as a replacement for the injured Raj Angad Bawa at a price of INR 20 Lakhs. He made his IPL and T20 debut for Punjab Kings against the Lucknow Super Giants on April 28, 2023. Although he played only one match that season, his journey was just beginning.
In 2024, Gurnoor was picked up by the Gujarat Titans as a replacement for Sushant Mishra for INR 50 Lakhs.
India Nets Involvement
Ahead of the Bangladesh series in September 2024, Gurnoor Brar was called into the Indian team’s training camp to simulate the bowling action of Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana. This opportunity highlights Brar’s growing reputation and the faith that the national team has in his capabilities.
Conclusion
Gurnoor Singh Brar is a promising fast bowler with a growing portfolio of achievements in domestic cricket and the IPL. As he continues to develop his skills and seize opportunities, cricket fans can expect to see more of him in the future as he aims to make his mark in Indian cricket.
