Shashank Singh

Punjab Kings

Delhi Daredevils

Mumbai

Mumbai Cricket Association XI

Puducherry

Rajasthan Royals

Rizvi Mumbai

Sunrisers Hyderabad

About Shashank Singh 

Shashank Singh, a right-handed batsman and right-arm offspinner, gained attention after his impressive performance of an unbeaten 29-ball 61 for Punjab Kings against Gujarat Titans during IPL 2024.

Having moved across various teams such as Sunrisers Hyderabad (2022), Rajasthan Royals (2019-21), and Delhi Daredevils (2017), Shashank eventually settled at Punjab.

Growing up playing in Mumbai’s renowned Kanga League, where he earned a reputation as a six-hitter, Shashank’s unconventional style faced challenges in breaking into the domestic cricket scene.

Feeling frustrated with sporadic opportunities over three seasons, he spent a season with Puducherry in 2018-19 before finding consistency with Chhattisgarh, where he became a regular player across different formats.

Interestingly, Shashank played a crucial role in Chhattisgarh’s historic victory over Mumbai in domestic cricket. During the 2023-24 season, he achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first Indian to score over 150 runs and take five wickets in a single List-A match, against Manipur.

Shashank Singh Career Highlights 

– Made List A debut on 10 December 2015 in the 2015–16 Vijay Hazare Trophy.

– Bought by Delhi Daredevils team for the 2017 Indian Premier League for 10 lakhs.

– Bought by Rajasthan Royals in the player auction for the 2019 Indian Premier League.

– Made first-class debut on 9 December 2019 for Chhattisgarh in the 2019–20 Ranji Trophy.

– Bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad in the auction for the 2022 Indian Premier League tournament.

– Became the first Indian List A cricketer to score 150 runs and take five wickets in the same match against Manipur during the 2023–24 Vijay Hazare Trophy.

– Bought by the Punjab Kings team for the 2024 Indian Premier League for 20 lakhs.

Career 

Domestic career 

In his domestic career, Shashank Singh has played 21 matches, with 29 innings, and remained not out twice. He has accumulated a total of 858 runs with a highest score of 122, averaging 31.77. During his innings, he has faced 1502 deliveries, maintaining a strike rate of 57.12. Shashank has scored one century and six half-centuries, hitting 98 boundaries and 24 sixes. Additionally, he has taken 5 catches in the field.

IPL Career 

Throughout his IPL career, spanning 15 matches, Shashank Singh has remained not out in 5 innings. He has scored a total of 206 runs, with an impressive highest score of 61 not out, boasting an average of 41.20. During his time on the field, he has faced 117 deliveries, showcasing a notable strike rate of 176.07. While he hasn’t yet reached a century, Shashank has registered one half-century. His boundaries tally stands at 19 fours and 11 sixes. Additionally, he has taken 5 catches in the field.

YEAR	MAT	RUNS	HS	AVG	SR	100	50
Career	15	206	61*	41.2	176.07	0	1
2024	5	137	61*	137	195.71	0	1
2022	10	69	25*	17.25	146.81	0	0

Family

Shashank Singh hails from a family with a distinguished background. His father, Shailesh Singh, serves as an IPS officer, contributing to law enforcement and public safety. His mother, Sunita Singh, provides a nurturing and supportive environment at home. Shashank also has a sister named Shrutika Singh, who likely shares a close bond with him, contributing to the familial unity and support system. Together, their family forms a strong foundation for Shashank’s personal and professional endeavors.