The Seattle Thunderbolts have officially announced the appointment of their new captain for the upcoming season of Minor League Cricket. Following the recruitment of former Indian player Paul Valthaty as head coach earlier this season, the team has now chosen Indian cricketer Ian Dev Singh Chauhan as the captain. Valthaty gained prominence for scoring a century while playing for Kings XI Punjab in IPL 2011.

Seattle Thunderbolts Announce New Captain

Ian Dev Singh Chauhan, a cricketer hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, has been appointed captain of the Seattle Thunderbolts for the 2024 Minor League Cricket season. Chauhan has previously captained the Jammu and Kashmir team and brings a wealth of leadership experience to the Thunderbolts. The team announced his captaincy on social media, stating, “We are thrilled to announce Ian Chauhan as our team captain for the 2024 season. As a fantastic wicketkeeper-batsman, Ian brings a treasure trove of leadership experience to the team. He has excelled both behind the stumps and with the bat, and his dynamic playing style and strategic mindset make him a natural fit for captaincy.”

Who is Ian Dev Singh Chauhan?

Ian Dev Singh Chauhan recently retired from all formats of domestic cricket. Hailing from Bhaderwah, he has represented the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association in prestigious domestic tournaments such as the Ranji Trophy, Vijay Hazare Trophy, and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Additionally, Chauhan has had a stint in domestic cricket for Sri Lanka and holds the distinction of being the only cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India in the Under-19 Commonwealth Cricket tournament held in 2005.

Domestic Career Highlights

In his domestic career, Chauhan has played a total of 93 first-class matches, 72 List A matches, and 48 T20 matches. He has amassed an impressive 5,558 runs in first-class cricket at an average of 37.55, including 19 centuries. In List A cricket, he has scored 1,627 runs at an average of 24.28 with two centuries to his name. In T20s, Chauhan has contributed a total of 876 runs. He has also played for teams such as India Green, North Zone, India Board President’s XI, and Rest of India.

Looking Ahead

With his experience and skill set, Ian Dev Singh Chauhan is poised to lead the Seattle Thunderbolts into the next season with high expectations. His appointment signals a strong commitment to strengthening the team’s competitive edge in the Minor League Cricket arena.