Josh Hazlewood, the Australian fast bowler renowned for his precision and control, has been a standout player in both international cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL). Currently sidelined from the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series due to a calf strain, Hazlewood’s absence is felt deeply, especially given his stellar performances in past international series. Despite being primarily a Test specialist, Hazlewood has excelled in the T20 format, showing his value in the IPL as well.
Hazlewood’s IPL Career Stats
Hazlewood’s IPL journey began somewhat late but quickly gained momentum as he established himself as a key player. His ability to bowl effectively in the powerplay and death overs, along with his reputation for maintaining accuracy under pressure, made him an ideal fit for the T20 format. A pivotal member of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) during their IPL 2021 title-winning campaign, Hazlewood’s consistent performances with the new ball played a significant role in his team’s success. As of now, he has played 27 IPL matches and taken 35 wickets, with his best performance being 4/25.
Hazlewood’s IPL Salary Breakdown
1. Mumbai Indians (2014)
Hazlewood made his IPL debut in 2014 with Mumbai Indians, although he didn’t feature in any matches that season. He spent time learning from some of the best cricketers in the world, setting the foundation for his future IPL success. He was also part of Mumbai Indians’ 2015 squad but opted out of that season.
- 2014 Salary: INR 50,00,000
- 2015 Salary: Opted out
2. Chennai Super Kings (2020-2021)
Hazlewood’s IPL career truly took off when he joined Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2020. Though he played only three matches in his debut season, he impressed with an economy rate of 6.40, setting the stage for bigger things ahead. In the 2021 IPL, Hazlewood played a vital role in CSK’s title-winning campaign, taking 11 wickets in 9 matches. His ability to perform under pressure was key to CSK’s success that year.
- 2020 Salary: INR 20,000,000
- 2021 Salary: INR 20,000,000
3. Royal Challengers Bangalore (2022-2025)
In the 2022 IPL auction, Hazlewood moved to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), signaling his growing value in the T20 format. His first season with RCB was exceptional, as he took 20 wickets in just 12 matches, boasting an average of 18.85 and an economy rate of 8.11. Hazlewood’s performance solidified his role as one of RCB’s key bowlers. In 2023, however, he played only three matches, taking 3 wickets, as he missed the first half of the tournament due to an Achilles injury. Although Hazlewood opted out of the 2024 season to focus on family commitments, he is set to return for IPL 2025, having been acquired at a significantly higher price during the recent auctions.
- 2022 Salary: INR 77,500,000
- 2023 Salary: INR 77,500,000
- 2024 Salary: Opted out
- 2025 Salary: INR 125,000,000
Hazlewood’s journey in the IPL showcases his growing stature in T20 cricket, with his consistent performances and increasing salary reflecting his value in the tournament. As he gears up for IPL 2025, fans are excited to see him return to action with RCB, where he will once again be a key figure in their bowling attack.
