KL Rahul

Star Player

Kannur Lokesh Rahul / Indian Cricketer / Wicketkeeper-Batsman

Born: April 18, 1992 | Right-handed batsman

Batsman Wicketkeeper

Cricket Expert Tip: KL Rahul is one of India's most versatile batsmen across all formats, known for his elegant stroke play and adaptability.

Career Highlights

1International Debut

Made Test debut against Australia in 2014

Scored a century (110) in his first Test innings

2IPL Performance

Punjab Kings captain (2020-2021)

Won Orange Cap in 2020 (670 runs)

3Record Partnerships

199-run opening stand with Rohit Sharma vs England (2021)

Fastest 50 by Indian in T20Is (18 balls)

4Wicketkeeping Role

Took over keeping duties in limited-overs cricket

Provides balance to the Indian team

5Leadership

Captained India in multiple series

Led Punjab Kings in IPL

Cricket Expert Tip: Rahul's ability to adapt his game according to format and situation makes him a valuable asset in modern cricket.

Playing Style

1Batting Technique

Classical stroke player with modern power-hitting

Excellent against both pace and spin

2Versatility

Can open or bat in middle order

Adapts game to all formats

3Wicketkeeping

Safe hands behind the stumps

Allows team flexibility in selection

Career Statistics

1Test Cricket

47 matches | 2642 runs | Avg: 33.44 | HS: 199

7 centuries | 13 fifties

2ODI Cricket

72 matches | 2642 runs | Avg: 45.55 | SR: 87.59

7 centuries | 17 fifties

3T20I Cricket

72 matches | 2265 runs | Avg: 37.75 | SR: 139.12

2 centuries | 22 fifties

4IPL Career

118 matches | 4163 runs | Avg: 46.77 | SR: 134.42

4 centuries | 33 fifties

Cricket Expert Tip: Rahul's ODI average of 45+ shows his consistency in the 50-over format, while his T20 strike rate demonstrates his adaptability to modern demands.