IPL: Varun Aaron replaces James Franklin as SRH's new bowling coach
VARUN AARON'S CAREER
Aaron burst onto the cricketing scene in the 2010–11 Vijay Hazare Trophy, clocking speeds over 150 km/h at the age of 21. However, his promising career was hampered by recurring injuries, particularly stress fractures of the back. Despite the setbacks, Aaron represented India in nine Tests and nine ODIs, with his last international appearance coming in November 2015 against South Africa in Bengaluru.In domestic cricket, Aaron played 88 List A matches, taking 141 wickets at an average of 26.47 and an economy rate of 5.44. In T20s, he claimed 93 wickets across 95 games, with an economy rate of 8.53.Aaron also had a nine-season stint in the IPL, representing teams such as Delhi Daredevils, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Gujarat Titans, where he won the title in 2022. Although his contribution to the title win was minimal, Aaron's career spanned many memorable moments in India's domestic and T20 leagues.Varun Aaron is SRH's third bowling coach in three years. Franklin had replaced Dale Steyn in the SRH set-up after the South African legend had decided to step away from the role due to personal reasons.- Ends
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