Few IPL bowlers have mastered the swinging new ball quite like Deepak Chahar. Across more than a decade in the league, the Agra-born seamer built a reputation as one of the finest powerplay operators in the tournament’s history, first at Chennai Super Kings under MS Dhoni‘s guidance and, since the 2025 mega auction, at Mumbai Indians. This Deepak Chahar IPL stats page covers his full career numbers, season-by-season record, auction price history and where he stands heading into IPL 2027.
Chahar’s IPL journey began quietly with Rising Pune Supergiant in 2016, but it was at CSK — bought for just INR 80 lakh in 2018 — that he became a franchise mainstay alongside teammates such as Ravindra Jadeja and Ruturaj Gaikwad. His standout campaign remains IPL 2019, when he claimed 22 wickets at an economy of 7.47 and finished among the season’s leading wicket-takers. CSK backed him with a INR 14 crore deal at the 2022 mega auction, and Mumbai Indians paid INR 9.25 crore for him at the 2025 mega auction. Through the end of IPL 2026, he stands at 103 IPL matches and 96 wickets, with best figures of 4/13.
Deepak Chahar IPL Stats Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Deepak Lokandersingh Chahar |
| IPL Debut | 17 May 2016, Rising Pune Supergiant vs Delhi Capitals, Vizag |
| Role | Bowler |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm medium-fast |
| Current IPL Team | Mumbai Indians |
| IPL Matches | 103 |
| IPL Runs | 142 |
| Highest Score | 39 |
| IPL Wickets | 96 |
| Best Bowling | 4/13 |
| IPL 2027 Team | Not officially confirmed |
| IPL 2027 Price | Not officially confirmed |
Who Is Deepak Chahar?
Deepak Chahar is an Indian fast bowler from Agra, born on 7 August 1992. A right-arm medium-fast seamer who swings the new ball both ways, he is one of the few specialist new-ball bowlers to carve out a decade-long IPL career on the strength of powerplay control. He made his India debut in T20Is in July 2018 and in ODIs in September 2018, and he still holds the distinction of recording the best T20I bowling figures by an Indian — 6/7 against Bangladesh in 2019, which was a world record at the time.
In the IPL, Chahar debuted for Rising Pune Supergiant in 2016, moved to Chennai Super Kings in 2018, and has been part of three title-winning CSK squads (2018, 2021, 2023). Since 2025 he has bowled for Mumbai Indians. Injuries have interrupted his career — he missed the entire IPL 2022 season and much of 2024 — but fit and in rhythm, he has been one of the league’s most trusted powerplay bowlers.
Deepak Chahar IPL Teams
| Season | Team | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2016–2017 | Rising Pune Supergiant | Bought at auction |
| 2018–2024 | Chennai Super Kings | Bought 2018; bought again at 2022 mega auction; retained 2023–2024 |
| 2025–2026 | Mumbai Indians | Bought at 2025 mega auction; retained 2026 |
| 2027 | Not officially confirmed | Season not started |
Chahar’s CSK stint defined his career. Picked up for INR 80 lakh in 2018, he quickly became Dhoni’s go-to new-ball option, winning titles in 2018, 2021 and 2023. CSK’s INR 14 crore investment at the 2022 mega auction underlined his value even after an injury-hit period. The November 2024 mega auction moved him to Mumbai Indians for INR 9.25 crore, where he took over the new-ball role alongside Jasprit Bumrah.
Deepak Chahar IPL 2024 Stats
| Mat | Overs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | Runs | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 23.3 | 5 | 2/28 | 40.40 | 8.60 | 0 | 0 |
IPL 2024 was a truncated, injury-affected season for Chahar — eight appearances and five wickets for CSK at an economy of 8.60. It was a clear step down from his best years, and fitness, rather than form, became the talking point around him as the season wore on.
Deepak Chahar IPL 2025 Stats
| Mat | Overs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | Runs | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 41.0 | 11 | 2/12 | 34.18 | 9.17 | 37 | 28* |
His first season in Mumbai blue brought 14 matches and 11 wickets — decent availability and a best of 2/12, including one of the few maiden overs bowled in the season. The economy rate of 9.17, though, was on the high side for a powerplay specialist, and questions about value-for-money at INR 9.25 crore surfaced by the end of the year. His unbeaten 28 off 15 balls against CSK in the season opener was a timely reminder of his lower-order hitting.
Deepak Chahar IPL 2026 Stats
| Mat | Overs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | Runs | HS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | – | 8 | 2/33 | – | – | 25 | 10 |
Retained by Mumbai Indians for INR 9.25 crore, Chahar managed eight matches and eight wickets in IPL 2026. Reports through the season flagged expensive powerplay spells — including 20-plus-run opening overs against Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals — and by mid-season speculation had begun about whether MI would release him before the IPL 2027 mega auction. No such decision has been officially confirmed.
Deepak Chahar IPL 2027 Stats
IPL 2027 statistics are not available yet because the season has not started. Deepak Chahar’s IPL 2027 team and price are not officially confirmed — Mumbai Indians have not yet announced their retention list for the 2027 season, and reports suggesting he could be released ahead of a mega auction remain unconfirmed.
Deepak Chahar IPL 2027 Team and Price
As of October 2026, Chahar’s IPL 2027 team is not officially confirmed. He was retained by Mumbai Indians for IPL 2026 at INR 9.25 crore, the fee MI paid for him at the 2025 mega auction. Media speculation links him to a possible release before the IPL 2027 auction, but the franchise has made no announcement. This page will be updated when the 2027 retention or auction status is officially confirmed.
Deepak Chahar IPL Career Batting Stats
| Mat | Inn | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 50s | 100s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 | – | 142 | 39 | 14.20 | 137.86 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 9 |
Chahar is a lower-order batter whose IPL high-water mark remains the 39 he struck for CSK in 2018. His strike rate of nearly 138 reflects genuine hitting ability in short cameos — 28* off 15 balls against CSK in 2025 being the standout recent example.
Deepak Chahar IPL Career Bowling Stats
| Mat | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 | – | – | 96 | 4/13 | 29.81 | 8.30 | – | 2 | 0 |
Deepak Chahar IPL Stats by Year
| Season | Team | Mat | Runs | HS | 50s | 100s | Wkts | BBI | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | RPS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/13 | 8.20 |
| 2017 | RPS | 3 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1/35 | 10.57 |
| 2018 | CSK | 12 | 50 | 39 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 3/15 | 7.28 |
| 2019 | CSK | 17 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 3/20 | 7.47 |
| 2020 | CSK | 14 | 7 | 5* | 0 | 0 | 12 | 2/18 | 7.61 |
| 2021 | CSK | 15 | 1 | 1* | 0 | 0 | 14 | 4/13 | 8.35 |
| 2022 | CSK | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2023 | CSK | 10 | 1 | 1* | 0 | 0 | 13 | 3/22 | 8.74 |
| 2024 | CSK | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2/28 | 8.60 |
| 2025 | MI | 14 | 37 | 28* | 0 | 0 | 11 | 2/12 | 9.17 |
| 2026 | MI | 8 | 25 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2/33 | – |
Missed IPL 2022 entirely through injury. Economy figures for 2026 are not available from reliable sources.
Deepak Chahar IPL Highest Score
Deepak Chahar’s highest IPL score is 39, made for Chennai Super Kings in the 2018 season. It remains his standout innings in the league — a brisk lower-order knock that underlined the hitting ability that has produced cameos such as his 28* off 15 balls for Mumbai Indians against CSK in the 2025 season opener.
Deepak Chahar IPL Wickets and Best Bowling
Chahar has taken 96 wickets in 103 IPL matches, with best bowling figures of 4/13 against Punjab Kings in 2021. He has two four-wicket hauls in the IPL and is noted for early breakthroughs with the new ball — most famously dismissing Virat Kohli for a golden duck during the 2026 season. His finest full season remains 2019: 22 wickets at an economy of 7.47, finishing third in that year’s purple cap race.
Deepak Chahar IPL Batting Records
As a specialist bowler, Chahar holds no major IPL batting records. His best season with the bat was 2018 (50 runs at a strike rate above 170), and his career strike rate of 137.86 makes him a useful lower-order hitter rather than a reliable run source.
Deepak Chahar IPL Auction Price History
| Season | Team | Price (INR) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | CSK | 80 lakh | Bought at auction |
| 2019 | CSK | 80 lakh | Retained |
| 2020 | CSK | 80 lakh | Retained |
| 2021 | CSK | 80 lakh | Retained |
| 2022 | CSK | 14 crore | Bought at mega auction |
| 2023 | CSK | 14 crore | Retained |
| 2024 | CSK | 14 crore | Retained |
| 2025 | MI | 9.25 crore | Bought at mega auction |
| 2026 | MI | 9.25 crore | Retained |
| 2027 | – | – | Not officially confirmed |
Deepak Chahar IPL Records and Achievements
- 103 IPL matches and 96 wickets across Rising Pune Supergiant, Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians (through IPL 2026).
- Best IPL bowling: 4/13 vs Punjab Kings, 2021.
- IPL 2019: 22 wickets at 7.47 economy — finished third in the purple cap race, his best season.
- Three-time IPL champion with CSK (2018, 2021, 2023).
- Best T20I bowling figures by an Indian (6/7 vs Bangladesh, 2019); ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2019.
- The only Indian to take a T20I hat-trick.
Deepak Chahar’s IPL Performance Analysis
Chahar’s numbers tell the story of a bowler whose value is concentrated in the first six overs. His career peak came in 2018–2021 at CSK, when his economy hovered between 7.28 and 8.35 and he bowled full seasons for title-winning sides. The 2019 campaign — 22 wickets at 7.47 — is the outlier that justifies the INR 14 crore tag CSK paid in 2022, but the injury that wiped out his 2022 season changed his trajectory.
Since the comeback, the trend has been one of declining control: economy of 8.74 in 2023, 8.60 in an injury-hit 2024, and 9.17 in 2025 with Mumbai Indians. He still takes wickets up front — eight in eight matches in 2026, including Kohli’s golden duck — but leaked opening overs have made him an expensive luxury at INR 9.25 crore. That is precisely why his IPL 2027 status is the great unknown: a fit Chahar with swing early is a match-winner, but franchises will weigh a long injury history against the price. Expect the 2027 auction — if he enters it — to be the real test of his market value.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many wickets has Deepak Chahar taken in the IPL?
96 wickets in 103 IPL matches, with best figures of 4/13 (through IPL 2026).
Which team does Deepak Chahar play for in the IPL?
Mumbai Indians, who bought him for INR 9.25 crore at the 2025 mega auction and retained him for 2026. His 2027 team is not officially confirmed.
What is Deepak Chahar’s IPL 2027 price?
Not officially confirmed. He was on INR 9.25 crore with Mumbai Indians for 2026.
What is Deepak Chahar’s best IPL bowling performance?
4/13 against Punjab Kings in 2021, taken for Chennai Super Kings.
What was Deepak Chahar’s best IPL season?
IPL 2019 — 22 wickets in 17 matches at an economy of 7.47 for CSK, finishing third in the purple cap race.
How much did MI pay for Deepak Chahar?
INR 9.25 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction on 25 November 2024.
Has Deepak Chahar won the IPL?
Yes — three titles with Chennai Super Kings in 2018, 2021 and 2023.
When did Deepak Chahar make his IPL debut?
17 May 2016, for Rising Pune Supergiant against Delhi Capitals in Vizag.
Sources and Data Notes
Career and season statistics cross-checked against the official IPL profile on iplt20.com, ESPNcricinfo, and established cricket publications. Auction and retention prices from official IPL auction coverage. Statistics and player information are checked against available reliable sources and may be updated as new IPL matches, transfers, or official announcements are confirmed.
Statistics updated through: 7 October 2026
