About Chetan Sharma
Chetan Sharma is a former India fast bowler and a former chairman of selectors. He holds a special place in cricket history as the first bowler to take a hat-trick at a Cricket World Cup.
Career highlights
Sharma played Tests and ODIs for India as a fast bowler in the 1980s and was part of the squad that won the 1985 World Championship of Cricket. At the 1987 World Cup he took a hat-trick against New Zealand, the first at a World Cup and the first by an Indian in ODIs.
After retiring he worked as a television cricket pundit, and in December 2020 he was appointed chairman of the Indian selection committee. He stepped down from the role in 2023.
What audiences love about Chetan
Fans remember Sharma’s World Cup hat-trick as a landmark moment in Indian cricket history.
His long involvement in the game gives him plenty of stories and insight.
Why brands work with Chetan Sharma
Sharma offers cricket heritage and experience. He suits cricket events, talks and nostalgic campaigns. Brands should note that his exit as chief selector in 2023 attracted media attention, so it is worth reviewing fit for each brief.
Campaigns that suit Chetan Sharma
- Cricket events and dinners
- Sports media and analysis
- Nostalgia-led campaigns
- Cricket academies
- Corporate talks
Planning a campaign with Chetan
Nostalgic, story-led formats suit Sharma best, such as guest appearances and panel discussions.
Booking Chetan Sharma through CelebrityHai
Share your brand, deliverables, dates, city and budget range. CelebrityHai checks interest and availability with Chetan’s team and manages negotiation, contracts and coordination.
Quick answers
What record does Chetan Sharma hold? The first hat-trick at a Cricket World Cup, in 1987.
Was he a selector? Yes, chairman of selectors from December 2020 until 2023.
Which title did he win with India? The 1985 World Championship of Cricket.
How quickly can a booking with Chetan be confirmed? Simple appearances can sometimes be confirmed within days, while campaigns involving shoots, multiple deliverables or long usage periods usually take a few weeks. Sharing your brief, dates and budget range early helps Chetan’s team respond faster.
What should our brief to Chetan include? The brand and product, the deliverables you need, preferred dates and city, the platforms and duration of usage, and a budget range. For active players, also mention any match or tournament windows you want to avoid.
Will Chetan review the script? Yes. Scripts, product claims and creative are shared with Chetan’s team for approval before the shoot, which is standard for celebrity campaigns.
Can Chetan do social media posts for a brand? Yes, subject to approval. Instagram posts, reels and stories are commonly bundled with endorsement and appearance deals, and the number of posts, captions and tagging are agreed in the contract.
Is Chetan available for events outside the season? Appearances in other cities can be arranged depending on schedule. Travel, stay and the appearance window are agreed upfront so the day runs smoothly.
How is Chetan Sharma’s fee decided? Fees are not published. They depend on the deliverables, shoot or appearance days, usage rights, platforms, territories, campaign length and any category exclusivity, and they are confirmed with Chetan’s team for each brief.
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; Chetan Sharma’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
