Vijay Hazare Trophy As the Indian team selection for the Champions Trophy 2025 is about to begin, Varun Chakravarthy, the 33-year-old mystery spinner, has emerged as a strong contender for a spot in the squad. Known for his impressive performances in T20 cricket, Chakravarthy has been making waves in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, particularly with his outstanding wicket-taking ability.
With the Champions Trophy just around the corner, and the Indian team set to play an ODI series against England ahead of the tournament, all eyes are on the spinner’s chances of making his ODI debut at this crucial stage of his career.
Varun Chakravarthy’s Stunning Performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy
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Varun Chakravarthy has been a revelation during the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, as his form is really good, which has proved that he is an asset to Tamil Nadu. During a high-pressure second pre-quarterfinal against Rajasthan, Chakravarthy was able to showcase his skills with a remarkable 5 wickets for 52 runs in 9 overs. Chakravarthy’s bowling led to Rajasthan getting bowled out for 267 runs. Some of the prominent players who got dismissed include Mahipal Lomror, Deepak Hooda, Ajay Singh, and Khalil Ahmed.
His best show in the tournament was when he picked up wickets at crunch times. In his best bowling figures of 5/52, he showed to be an effective match-winner in one-day cricket.
Chakravarthy’s Dominance in the Tournament
Varun Chakravarthy’s brilliant performances have seen him rise to the top of the wicket-taking charts in this year’s Vijay Hazare Trophy. Having played 6 matches so far, he has taken an impressive 18 wickets, including two 5-wicket hauls. His average of 12.16 and economy rate of 4.36 are a testament to his consistency and ability to control the game with his bowling.
His figures proved decisive in the Tamil Nadu win against Rajasthan. Although Abhijeet Tomar played a magnificent century for Rajasthan, it could not take the team to victory as Rajasthan was dismissed for 267 runs. Rajasthan had gone to 184/1 when Chakravarthy turned the match with his brilliant spell, proving himself to be one who can handle pressure.
Varun Chakravarthy’s Opportunities in the Champions Trophy
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With the Indian team for the Champions Trophy 2025 to be announced soon, Chakravarthy’s consistent performances in domestic cricket have been making waves as speculations over his potential inclusion in the squad are growing by the day. Even though he has not played an ODI for India yet, the 33-year-old has made a good case for himself. His T20 international performances combined with his recent form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy make him a very good option for the Indian team management.
Chakravarthy is going to be an automatic choice as the second spinner in the Champions Trophy because Kuldeep Yadav is a regular spinner. If Chakravarthy comes into the XI, he is going to be a mystery spinner with a lot of variety, so he can win crucial wickets for India. His inclusion is also going to give India that extra spin option in the UAE, where the conditions are predominantly slow.
The Road Ahead: Can Varun Make His ODI Debut at 33?
Varun Chakravarthy’s career has been remarkable, with its ups and downs, but making an impact in high-stakes matches has never been a matter of doubt. At 33, he might be a bit on the older side for a debutant, but his recent form indicates that there is still plenty to offer, especially in the ODI format. Having impressed in T20s, where he took 17 wickets in 7 matches since his return to the team under head coach Gautam Gambhir, Chakravarthy has shown that he is ready for the challenge at the international level.
The three-match ODI series against England before the Champions Trophy would be another opportunity for Chakravarthy to hold up his good run of form with the bat. Even if he picks that kind of form during the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the upcoming ODI series, this mystery spin could very well find his way into the side for Champions Trophy 2025.
Varun Chakravarthy’s Moment of Truth
The next few weeks are very important for Varun Chakravarthy as he will look to find a place in India’s squad for the Champions Trophy 2025. His great form in the Vijay Hazare Trophy has put him in contention for a place in the ODI team, and if he continues to shine, he may very well make his long-awaited debut in one of cricket’s most prestigious tournaments at the age of 33. With his unique spin style and ability to perform in high-pressure situations, Chakravarthy could be a game-changer for India in the Champions Trophy.
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