Born in Barking, East London, Varun began his cricketing journey at the age of 6 at the infamous Ilford Cricket School. Graham Gooch described him as "a smart lad who works hard at his game and has a natural eye for a ball." He developed through the Essex ranks, joined the Academy aged 13 and turned professional at 17. He captained England U19s and was the youngest debut centurion for Essex. Chopra's impressive domestic performances earned him a call-up to the England Lions squad in 2012, where he showcased his abilities on the international stage. He also captained the Warwickshire team for several seasons and led them to the first and only T20 blast title in 2014. 

 

Off the field, Chopra is known for his professionalism and dedication to the sport. He is a role model for young cricketers and has inspired many with his performances over the years.