INTRODUCTION
KL Rahul is a professional cricketer from India. He is a right-handed player who both keeps wickets and bats. In domestic cricket, he represents Karnataka, and in the Indian Premier League (IPL), he leads the Lucknow Super Giants. Rahul has also served as the captain and vice-captain for the Indian national cricket team in the past.
BIOGRAPHY
| FULL NAME | Kannaur Lokesh Rahul |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Mangalore, Karnataka, India |
| BORN | 18 April 1992 |
| HEIGHT | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
| EYE COLOUR | Brown |
| JERSEY NO. | 11 (IPL) 1 (ICC) |
| BATTING STYLE | Right hand Bat |
| ROLE | Wicketkeeper- Batsman |
| FATHER | KN Lokesh |
| MOTHER | Rajeshwari |
| SISTER | Bhavna (Younger) |
| WIFE | Athiya Shetty |
| HOBBIES | Playing (tennis, and football), Listening to music, Playing on PlayStation |
| SCHOOL | NITK English Medium School, Surathkal |
KL RAHUL CAREER STATS
BATTING & FIELDING
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 47 | 81 | 2 | 2642 | 199 | 33.44 | 5116 | 51.64 | 7 | 13 | 318 | 18 | 54 | 0 |
| ODIs | 69 | 65 | 13 | 2536 | 112 | 48.76 | 2921 | 86.81 | 6 | 16 | 198 | 55 | 49 | 5 |
| T20Is | 72 | 68 | 8 | 2265 | 110* | 37.75 | 1628 | 139.12 | 2 | 22 | 191 | 99 | 23 | 1 |
| FC | 90 | 153 | 5 | 6539 | 337 | 44.18 | 12062 | 54.21 | 17 | 31 | 818 | 51 | 94 | 0 |
| List A | 121 | 117 | 18 | 4546 | 131 | 45.91 | 5615 | 80.96 | 10 | 29 | 367 | 86 | 87 | 9 |
| T20s | 212 | 199 | 32 | 7066 | 132* | 42.31 | 5202 | 135.83 | 6 | 61 | 598 | 292 | 97 | 8 |
BOWLING
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 47 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| ODIs | 69 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| T20Is | 72 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| FC | 90 | 9 | 168 | 83 | 0 | – | – | – | 2.96 | – | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 121 | 3 | 21 | 42 | 1 | 1/23 | 1/23 | 42.00 | 12.00 | 21.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 212 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
KL RAHUL INTERNATIONAL DEBUT
| Cricket | |
| International Debut | Test– 26 December 2014 against Australia at Melbourne ODI– 11 June 2016 against Zimbabwe at Harare T20– 18 June 2016 against Zimbabwe at Harare |
| Coach/Mentor(s) | Samuel Jayaraj, GK Anil Kumar, Somsekhar Shiraguppi, Devdas Nayak |
TEAMS
India, Karnataka, East Zone, South Zone, Royal Challengers Bangalore, India A, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Indians, Hubli Tigers, Indian Board Presidents XI, Bellary Tuskers, Punjab Kings, Asia XI, Lucknow Super Giants
RECORDS
- Kannanur Lokesh Rahul made cricket history with several remarkable achievements. He holds the distinction of being the second player from Mangalore to represent the Indian Test team, following in the footsteps of Budhi Kunderan.
- In the 2014-15 Ranji Trophy season, Rahul became the first batsman from Karnataka to achieve a significant milestone by scoring a triple century (337 runs) against Uttar Pradesh in first-class cricket.
- His entry into the One Day Internationals (ODIs) in 2016 was nothing short of spectacular, as he became the first Indian to notch up a century on debut, accomplishing this feat against Zimbabwe.
- The year 2017 witnessed Rahul’s exceptional consistency in Test cricket, as he became the first Indian and the sixth cricketer globally to achieve the remarkable feat of scoring seven consecutive Test fifties.
- Adding an unusual record to his name, Rahul became the first Indian and the tenth cricketer overall to be dismissed by a hit-wicket in T20 internationals.
- In the 2018 Indian Premier League (IPL), Rahul showcased his explosive batting prowess by smashing the fastest-ever fifty in just 14 balls against the ‘Delhi Daredevils’ at the PCA Stadium in Mohali, leaving a lasting imprint on the cricketing world.
CONTROVERSIES OF KL RAHUL
Lokesh Rahul, a prominent and accomplished athlete, has encountered his fair share of controversies throughout his career.
During the Indian cricket team’s tour of West Indies in July 2016, Rahul faced criticism when he posted a photo on Twitter during a day off, featuring a beer bottle. The image quickly went viral, drawing disapproval from some BCCI officials who believed it might set a negative example for cricket fans. Responding promptly to the objection, Rahul deleted the photo.
In February 2017, Rahul found himself in a Twitter exchange after he tweeted about Ravichandran Ashwin following him on the platform. Among various replies, one particularly harsh comment from “BeingChirag Dave” caught Rahul’s attention, prompting him to respond with a sarcastic remark.
The year 2019 brought another controversy when Rahul, along with Hardik Pandya, appeared on Karan Johar’s talk show, ‘Koffee with Karan.’ The episode stirred up significant controversy due to the cricketers’ sexist comments, sparking discussions and drawing criticism from various quarters.
WIFE OF KL RAHUL
On the 23rd of January 2023, Rahul celebrated a joyous milestone in his personal life by tying the knot with his longtime partner, the talented Indian actress Athiya Shetty. Athiya, the daughter of renowned actor Sunil Shetty, and Rahul had been in a relationship for over three years before taking this significant step in their journey together. The wedding marked a special occasion for the couple, uniting their lives in a beautiful ceremony.
FAVOURITES OF KL RAHUL
| Batsman | Rahul Dravid, AB de Villiers, Virat Kohli |
| Bowler | Dale Steyn, Mitchell Starc |
| Cricket Ground | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) in Sydney |
| Athlete | Usain Bolt (Sprinter), Roger Federer (Tennis) |
| Footballer | Zlatan Ibrahimovic, David Beckham |
| Football Team | Manchester United F.C. |
| Food | Sushi, Bhindi curry |
| Actor | Ranbir Kapoor |
| Actresses | Aishwarya Rai , Shraddha Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, Scarlett Johansson |
| Music Band | Linkin Park, Coldplay, The Script |
| Song | “Firestone” by Kygo “Ghost Town” by Adam Lambert “Cold Water” by Major Lazer feat. Justin Bieber & MØ |
| Book | Life Without Limits by Nick Vujicic |
| App | |
| Superhero | Batman |
| Car | Batmobile, Maserati |
| Colour | Black, White |
| Destination | Greece, Spain |
KL RAHUL NETWORTH
- BCCI Retainer Fee- INR 3 crores
- Test- INR 15 lakh
- ODI- INR 6 lakh
- T20I- INR 3 lakh
- IPL-INR 17 crores
Net Worth- INR 90 crores (approx)
KL RAHUL BRAND ENDORSEMENTS
- Bharat Pe
- Boat
- Realme
- Puma
- Tata Nexon
- Beardo
- Zenovit
- Cure.fit
- Red Bull
- Gully
- Reserve Bank of India
- NUMI.
PROPERTY
KL Rahul possesses a lavish lifestyle, highlighted by his impressive real estate holdings. Situated in Bangalore, the cricketer is the proud owner of a luxurious apartment, boasting an estimated value of INR 65 Lakhs.
Adding to his list of posh properties, Rahul also possesses the magnificent Villa Milana in Goa, spanning a spacious 7000 square feet. This impressive residence in the coastal paradise reflects the high standards of comfort and luxury that accompany the cricketer’s success on and off the field.
KL RAHUL CAR COLLECTION
| Sr No. | KL Rahul Car Collection | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamborghini Huracan Spyder | Rs. 4.10 Crores |
| 2 | Aston Martin DB11 | Rs. 3.29 Crores |
| 3 | Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 | Rs. 82.47 Lakh |
| 4 | BMW X7 | Rs. 1.22 Crore |
| 5 | BMW 5-series | Rs. 64.50 Lakh |
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