C Andre Siddharth hails from a cricket-loving family in Tamil Nadu. His father, Dr. Chandrasekar, has educated himself on cricket techniques to mentor him throughout his journey. His mother, Arthi, supports his cricketing aspirations, while his elder brother Sharath has experience playing domestic cricket. Siddharth’s uncle, S. Sharath, a former Tamil Nadu cricketer and current national selector, plays a pivotal role in guiding his career.
Early Career
Siddharth’s rise in cricket began at a young age, showcasing remarkable composure and poise as a middle-order batsman. He gained prominent recognition during the Cooch Behar Trophy, where he delivered crucial performances under pressure. Notable innings include a stunning 140 runs against Bihar, rescuing his team from a dire situation of 101/7, and a match-winning 120 against Chandigarh when Tamil Nadu found itself at 80/4. His T20 experience with the Chepauk Super Gillies in the Tamil Nadu Premier League and consistent performances in the Buchi Babu Invitational Tournament helped further cement his reputation as a reliable cricketer.
Senior Career
Siddharth made his senior team debut for Tamil Nadu in the Ranji Trophy, marking a significant milestone in his career. He impressed fans and selectors alike with his remarkable scores of 38, 66, 55, and an exhilarating 94 off 163 balls in his initial outings. His ability to stay calm under pressure has made him a valuable asset to the team.
Teams Played
- Chennai Super Kings
- India Under-19
- Tamil Nadu
- Chepauk Super Gillies
- India B Under-19
Statistics (as of January 31, 2025):
- Domestic First-Class:
- Matches: 6
- Innings: 8
- Runs: 514
- Highest Score: 106
- Average: 102.80
- Strike Rate: 62.91
- Centuries: 1
- Half-Centuries: 4
- Domestic List A:
- Matches: 3
- Innings: 2
- Runs: 40
- Average: 20.00
- Strike Rate: 64.51
- Non-Domestic T20:
- Matches: 7
- Innings: 5
- Runs: 62
- Average: 12.40
- Strike Rate: 100.00
FAQs about Andre Siddharth
Andre Siddharth was born on August 28, 2006.
He has played for India Under-19, Tamil Nadu, Chepauk Super Gillies, and India B Under-19. For IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings have picked Andre Siddharth.
His highest score in domestic first-class cricket is 106.
Siddharth is primarily a right-handed batsman and also bowls occasional off-spin.
He had notable performances, including a crucial 140 runs against Bihar and a match-winning 120 against Chandigarh, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
