Early Life

Domestic Cricket Debut

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IPL Breakthrough

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International T20 Debut

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ODI Debut

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Champions Trophy 2025 Performance

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Bowling Style

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Personal Life

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Net Worth and Assets

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Recent Achievements

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Early Life

✓ Born on August 29, 1991, in Bidar, Karnataka, Varun initially pursued architecture before transitioning to cricket

Domestic Cricket Debut

✓ He made his List A debut for Tamil Nadu in the 2018-19 Vijay Hazare Trophy on September 20, 2018, emerging as the leading wicket-taker with 22 dismissals in nine matches.

IPL Breakthrough

✓ In December 2018, Varun was acquired by Kings XI Punjab for ₹8.4 crore in the IPL auction. He later joined Kolkata Knight Riders in 2020, where he showcased his prowess by taking a five-wicket haul against Delhi Capitals.

International T20 Debut

✓ Varun debuted in T20 Internationals for India against Sri Lanka on July 25, 2021, marking the beginning of his international career.

ODI Debut

✓ He made his One Day International debut on February 9, 2025, against England, becoming the second-oldest Indian to debut in ODIs after Farokh Engineer.

Champions Trophy 2025 Performance

✓ In a pivotal match against New Zealand on March 2, 2025, Varun delivered a match-winning performance, taking 5 wickets for 42 runs, securing India's 44-run victory and a spot in the semi-finals.

Bowling Style

✓ Known for his 'mystery spin', Varun's repertoire includes off-breaks, leg-breaks, googlies, and the 'carrom ball', making him a challenging bowler for batsmen.

Personal Life

✓ arun married his longtime girlfriend, Neha Khedekar, in December 2020. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Atharva, on November 10, 2022.

Net Worth and Assets

✓ As of 2025, Varun's estimated net worth is around ₹50 crore, with an annual income of approximately ₹14 crore, primarily from IPL contracts and endorsements. His car collection includes luxury vehicles like the Audi Q3, BMW X1, Lamborghini Huracan, and Range Rover.

Recent Achievements

✓ Beyond his Champions Trophy performance, Varun has been instrumental in India's recent successes, including a notable five-wicket haul against South Africa in November 2024.