Pradeep Sangwan is an Indian first-class cricketer known primarily as a left-arm medium-fast bowler. He came into prominence as part of the India squad that won the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in 2008, and has since had a long career on the Indian domestic circuit.
Key facts
| Full name | Pradeep Sangwan |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Role | Bowler |
| Bowling style | Left-arm medium-fast |
| Domestic team | Delhi (later associations with other state sides) |
| Notable achievement | Member of India's ICC Under-19 World Cup winning squad, 2008 |
Background
Sangwan emerged through age-group cricket in Delhi, progressing through junior representative sides into the senior domestic structure administered by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Career
Sangwan was a key bowler for the India Under-19 team at the 2008 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup held in Malaysia, a tournament won by India under the captaincy of Virat Kohli. The squad also featured cricketers such as Ravindra Jadeja, Manish Pandey and Saurabh Tiwary, several of whom went on to play international cricket.
At domestic level, Sangwan represented Delhi in the Ranji Trophy and other domestic competitions organised by the BCCI. He was also picked up in the Indian Premier League (IPL), featuring in franchise squads during his career as a left-arm seam-bowling option.
Significance
Sangwan is most often remembered as part of the celebrated 2008 Under-19 World Cup squad, a generation of cricketers that has had a lasting influence on Indian cricket. While he did not progress to the senior India team, he has remained an experienced presence in domestic cricket.
Related topics
- 2008 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup
- Delhi cricket team
- Ranji Trophy
- Indian Premier League
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
References
- Wikidata entry: Q3528207