Paul Valthaty returns as cricket analyst for India vs Ireland T20I series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:26 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Paul Valthaty, the former Kings XI Punjab player famed for his 2011 IPL century, has returned as a cricket analyst on Sony Sports during the India vs Ireland T20I series. His appearance has revived memories among fans of his brief yet impactful career. Valthaty, who achieved remarkable success in 2011 with an unbeaten 120 against CSK, faced challenges including injuries that hampered his career progression. He is now involved in coaching and analysis, marking a new chapter in his cricket journey.
- •Paul Valthaty appears as an analyst during the India vs Ireland T20I series.
- •He is known for scoring an unbeaten 120 against CSK in IPL 2011.
- •Injuries significantly impacted his playing career after a strong start.
- •Valthaty now coaches at Home Ground Cricket Academy in Kandivali.
- •His return to the spotlight has sparked nostalgia among cricket fans.
- 10:26 AMYahoo Sports — Who is Paul Valthaty? Former IPL centurion returns as cricket analyst on Sony Sports for India vs Ireland T20I series
"Old school IPL fans write pleasantly suprised by the first T20 vs Ireland when former fan favourite and KXIP great Paul Valthaty returned to the studio as an analyst.
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