Nationality: Singapore
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 1979-07-29 Age: 45

Born on 29th July 1979 in the bustling city-state of Singapore, Selladore Vijayakumar's cricket journey began on the sun-dappled fields of his hometown, where he honed his skills and developed a passion for the sport that would shape his life. As a young boy, Vijayakumar was often seen with a cricket ball in hand, tirelessly practising his bowling in the narrow lanes, exhibiting a dogged determination that would become a hallmark of his career.
Vijayakumar's ascent to professional cricket was the result of years of dedication and hard work. Known for his right-arm-offbreak bowling and solid technique as a right-hand batsman, he quickly became a fixture in local clubs. His talents did not go unnoticed, earning him a debut in the national team, where he donned the Singaporean colours with pride and became a central figure in their bowling attack.
Throughout his career, Vijayakumar has been instrumental in several significant triumphs for Singapore cricket. His ability to consistently take wickets at crucial moments set him apart. Notably, his performance in the ICC World Cricket League events often proved decisive. In one unforgettable match, he picked up four wickets in a thrilling encounter against a formidable opponent, leading Singapore to a historic win and firmly etching his name in the annals of the nation's cricketing history.
His career was also marked by intense rivalries, particularly against familiar foes in the Asian cricket scene. Matches against Malaysia and Hong Kong were always fiercely contested, with Vijayakumar frequently right in the thick of the action, either stemming the flow of runs with his crafty bowling or adding crucial lower-order runs.
A master of flight and guile, Vijayakumar's offspin was his strongest suit, often deceiving batsmen with subtle variations in pace and trajectory. His right-hand batting, though not in the limelight as much as his bowling, came to rescue in several sticky situations, underscoring his versatility and cricketing acumen.
His journey is adorned with moments that highlight not just his skill, but his immense contribution towards lifting the profile of Singaporean cricket. Whether it's through his leadership on the field or mentoring younger players, Selladore Vijayakumar's impact on the game extends beyond personal accolades, inspiring a generation to dream the cricket dream.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T20I | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1.00 | 5 | 40.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T20I | 6 | 6 | 5 | 148 | 17 | 29.60 | 8.71 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2021-05-18