Deepak Chahar, Age, Height, Education, Career, Stats, Wife, and Net Worth (2026)

Deepak Chahar is an Indian international cricketer who bowls right-arm medium-fast. He plays for the Indian national team in limited-overs cricket. He is mainly known for his ability to swing the new ball and take early wickets. Throughout his career so far, Chahar has proven himself as one of India’s most reliable pace bowlers in white-ball cricket. Deepak shot to fame after taking a hat-trick against Bangladesh in a T20 International match. He also recorded one of the best bowling figures by an Indian bowler in T20Is during that game.

In this article we will discuss about Deepak Chahar, Age, Height, Education, Career, Stats, Wife, Networth and More

Who is Deepak Chahar?

Deepak Chahar is an Indian cricketer, a right-arm medium fast bowler. He was born and brought up in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. His father is an army officer now retired from service and taught him cricket. His father constructed a mini pitch at his house for Deepak to practice at as a kid.

He made his mark playing domestic cricket for Rajasthan and eventually earned an IPL contract with Chennai Super Kings. He quickly became one of the franchise’s most trusted fast bowlers with the new ball. Deepak later went on to make his debut for the Indian national team thanks to his consistent performances with CSK.

Fans and experts praise the right-arm bowler for his skillful swing bowling, discipline, and ice-cold nerves. He leads a disciplined lifestyle off the field comes from a middle-class family. Deepak’s currently works hard to maintain his fitness levels and improve his bowling.

Deepak Chahar Age (As of 2026) 

Deepak Chahar was born on August 7, 1992, in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. As of 2026, he is 33 years old and remains one of India’s most experienced swing bowlers in white-ball cricket. His zodiac sign is Leo, and he will celebrate his 34th birthday on August 7, 2026.

Deepak Chahar Height, Weight and Physical Apperance

Deepak Chahar is 5 ft 11 inches tall and weighs around 75 kg. He has black hair and black eyes. Deepak trains and works out regularly to keep his pace, swing accuracy, stamina, and athleticism in check. As a result, he is able to maintain a high level of fitness which helps him excel as a fast bowler.

Early Life

Cricket was an integral part of Deepak Chahar’s family and their constant encouragement was a key factor in shaping his career. His family has always blessed him with love, believing in his passion for cricket and supporting him in his journey from a youngster to a professional. His father Lokendra Singh Chahar was his first coach and mentor who helped in his early years with the game and taught him the art of the bowling the most effectively. In his father’s shadow, Deepak was an assiduous cricketer, and he also made a mark in domestic cricket. His steady form eventually got him spot on the Indian Premier League (IPL) where he became one of the best swing bowlers in the Indian cricket team.

Deepak Chahar Family Background 

Deepak Chahar was born into a family from Agra that loves cricket. His father Lokendra Singh Chahar was an army officer and greatly influenced Deepak during his childhood. Deepak credits his father for teaching him how to bowl and even mentions that he left his job at one point to help chase Deepak’s cricket dreams. His mother’s name is Pushpa Chahar. She is a homemaker who has supported him throughout his life. Deepak has an elder sister named Malti Chahar. She has found success in her career as an actress and filmmaker. Deepak’s cousin brother Rahul Chahar is also an Indian international cricketer.

Education Qualification 

Deepak Chahar attended G. D. Goenka Public School in Agra for his schooling. He used to play cricket during his school years while focusing on his studies. Later on, he decided to focus solely on cricket.

Deepak’s father realized that his son was good at bowling at a young age. He then pushed Deepak to take his cricketing dreams seriously. Deepak started training and playing in domestic cricket tournaments. Not much is known about Deepak Chahar’s education after high school. However, he must’ve studied further to reach where he is today.

Deepak decided to fully concentrate on cricket which allowed him to build a successful career in domestic and international cricket.

Career Highlights 

Deepak Chahar has had successful stints in domestic cricket, the IPL, and international cricket. He is known for his new-ball swing during the powerplay in white-ball cricket. This makes him one of India’s most dependable fast bowlers in limited-overs cricket.

Deepak Chahar’s career highlights:

• Deepak made his first-class cricket debut with Rajasthan during 2010–11 Ranji Trophy season. In one of his early games, he took 8 wickets against Hyderabad by bowling them out for just 21 runs. At the time, it was the lowest team total scored in Ranji Trophy history.
• Rising Pune Supergiant picked Deepak Chahar in the IPL 2016 Auction, and he made his IPL debut for them.
• Chennai Super Kings bought him in the IPL 2018 Auction. He soon became one of CSK’s most reliable bowlers with the new ball.
• Deepak made his T20 International debut for India against England in Bristol on 08 July 2018.
• Deepak was a part of the Indian cricket team that won the Asia Cup in 2018.
• Deepak became the first Indian male cricket player to take a hat-trick in a T20 International on 10 November 2019 against Bangladesh.
• During the same match, Deepak took the wickets of 6 batsmen for just 7 runs. This bowling figure remains the best by an Indian bowler in T20 Internationals.
• Deepak won the ICC T20I Performance of the Year award in January 2020 for his match-winning bowling spell against Bangladesh.
• Deepak Chahar was released by Chennai Super Kings before IPL 2026 season. He was bought by Mumbai Indians shortly after his release.
• Deepak continues to play for Mumbai Indians in the IPL as of 2026 season.

Career Stats

Deepak Chahar Bowling Stats

Batting & Fielding Stats

Note: The Stats Table are Verified on 17 July 2026 from cricinfo.com

Awards & Achievements 

Deepak Chahar has reached several individual landmarks and been a part of many team victories during his career. Here are some of Deepak Chahar’s awards and achievements:

• Deepak became the first Indian male cricketer to take a hat-trick in a T20 International match against Bangladesh on November 10, 2019.
• Deepak holds the record for the best bowling figures by an Indian bowler in T20 Internationals. He took 6 wickets for just 7 runs against Bangladesh.
• In January 2020, Deepak received the ICC T20I Performance of the Year award for his bowling figures of 6/7.
• Deepak Chahar was part of the Indian team that won the Asia Cup in 2018.
• Deepak won the IPL with Chennai Super Kings between his time at the franchise from 2018 to 20 seasons.
• Deepak is one of the few bowlers to take 2 hat-tricks in domestic T20 cricket within 3 days. He recorded the historic feat during the 2019 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
• The Chennai Super Kings bought Deepak for ₹14 crore in IPL 2022 Mega Auction, making him their most expensive player at the time.

Deepak Chahar Marital Status

Deepak Chahar married Jaya Bhardwaj, a corporate professional hailing from Delhi. They conducted a private wedding ceremony on 1st June 2022 in Agra, Uttar Pradesh with close family members, friends, and various personalities from the cricket arena.

Deepak and Jaya’s relationship had been mostly secret until they were married. They have been in the spotlight first time when Deepak proposed to Jaya after the IPL match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium between the Chennai Super Kings and the Punjab Kings on 7 October 2021. Social media soon shared the touching gesture, making it one of the most memorable moments off the field in IPL history.

Deepak Chahar Wife

Jaya Bhardwaj is a Corporate Professional from Delhi. In October 2021, the couple got a lot of publicity when Deepak proposed to her after an IPL match. They were married on 1st June 2022 in Agra. Jaya is now a wallflower and has been helping Deepak in his cricketing career. 

Social Media Presence  

Deepak’s is very active on social media, engaging with his followers and posting updates about his cricket journey and life.

• Instagram: @deepak_chahar9 — around 2.9 million followers to whom he posts pictures of matches, training, team celebrations and family moments, among which are images of him with his wife, Jaya Bhardwaj.
• Twitter/X: @deepak_chahar9 — It has about 585K followers and has its focus on match updates, career milestones, and personal posts.
• Facebook: Deepak Chahar (official page) — more than 525k followers, most of which is cricket-related and career highlights.

Deepak Chahar Net Worth (As of 2026) 

Deepak Chahar net worth is estimated to be between ₹66 crore to ₹70 crore, as of 2026. His primary sources of income are his IPL contracts, BCCI central contract, brand endorsements, and business ventures.

Deepak earned the following amounts from various sources:

• Chennai Super Kings bought Deepak for ₹14 crore in IPL 2022 Mega Auction.
• Mumbai Indians bought Deepak in IPL 2025 Mega Auction, and he earned ₹9.25 crore.
• Deepak owns several brands that help him earn income. He launched his own sports brand, named D9, in 2023.

Conclusion

From a young boy with determination to learn cricket from his father in Agra to becoming one of the most dependable swing bowlers in India, Deepak Chahar’s path is a testament to his tough, disciplined and relentless love for the game. Despite the initial setbacks and rejections and frequent injuries, he made history with his performance in the T20s, such as the first-ever hat-trick at the T20 international format and the Indian bowler’s number one T20I bowling record. Currently playing for Mumbai Indians, Chahar is now a highly respected and inspirational figure in Indian cricket, both on the field and off, for his skill and humility.

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