Vijay Shankar

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DOB: January 26, 1991
Role: All-rounder
Batting Style: Right-hand bat
Bowling Style: Right-arm medium
Nationality: Indian

Sunrisers Hyderabad

Auction amount of Vijay Shankar for IPL 2016

Salary of Vijay Shankar for IPL 2016

0.35 crore

Vijay Shankar was purchased by Sunrisers Hyderabad for 35 lakh INR in the 2016 IPL auction.

AUCTION HISTORY


Top 3 stats of Vijay Shankar from IPL 2016

In the 2016 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Vijay Shankar showcased his talents as a valuable all-rounder. Here are the top three statistics that highlight his performance during that season:

  1. Batting Average: Vijay Shankar made a significant impact with the bat, amassing a total of 211 runs in 8 matches. His batting average for the season was around 30.14, which indicated his reliability in the middle order and his ability to contribute to the team's score.

  2. Strike Rate: Shankar maintained a strong strike rate during the 2016 IPL season, sitting around 130.02. This reflects his capability to score quickly, especially in the crucial overs of the match, making him an asset in high-pressure situations.

  3. Bowling Economy Rate: In terms of bowling, Vijay Shankar also contributed significantly to his team's bowling lineup. He bowled a total of 18 overs during the season, with an economy rate of approximately 8.39 runs per over. Although primarily known for his batting, he proved useful with his medium-pace bowling, taking key wickets and maintaining pressure on opposing teams.

These stats exemplify Vijay Shankar's all-round abilities and his contribution to the team during the 2016 IPL season, where he played for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.