Franchises such as Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru can hugely gain from his all-rounder skills. Here's why:
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK relied on experienced campaigners such as Ravichandran Ashwin in the 2025 season, but the yield wasn't all that expected. The team is definitely in need of new energy and young blood in their spin-bowling unit and Sundar is the ideal candidate.
A Chennai boy, Sundar's familiarity with home conditions and left-handedness paired with off-spin provides CSK with that lower-middle-order optionality they have been missing. With players such as Devon Conway having disappointing seasons this year, Sundar can restore balance to the XI. His acuteness with the field only makes him a better package, and he slots perfectly into the Super Kings' structure as they seek to enter a new phase.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Delhi Capitals had a rollercoaster season this season, with middle-order inconsistency being one of the key issues. Far too many times, their top three had to come to the team's rescue.
Sundar's left-handed batting can be the middle-overs fire that Delhi is missing, and his off-spin adds variety to the bowling. Crucially, his left-right batting ability reinforces the lineup on a strategic level. With him in the equation, Delhi can add depth to the batting without sacrificing bowling resources-something which they have been desperately missing.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
RCB's batting-heavy line-up has been a point of discussion for ages. Even with world-class batsmen at the top, their middle order still fails to deliver during pressure situations. What they have lacked is a consistent Indian all-rounder who can play early overs and contribute some runs with the bat.
Washington Sundar, who earlier played for RCB, might be the solution. He can bowl tightly in the powerplay as well as add valuable runs at the lower order, which is exactly what the team requires. With regard to utility, he has the same kind of effect as Romario Shepherd - flexible, reliable, and one who is not scared of high-pressure situations. RCB might benefit from bringing back Sundar by making them less dependent on star players and providing much-needed depth.
Washington Sundar is a rare asset left-hand batting power, clever off-spin, and world-class fielding. Be it CSK's requirement for young balance, DC's quest for middle-order solidity, or RCB's quest for a reliable all-rounder, Sundar checks all the boxes. He isn't merely a utility player he's one of the most useful Indian all-rounders of the T20 generation today.