Kartik Kakade

Kartik Kakade
Nationality: India
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 1995-07-25 Age: 29

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Born on the 25th of July, 1995, Kartik Kakade’s journey in cricket is a testament to dedication and passion. His early days were spent tirelessly practising in the bustling city of Pune, where cricket is more than a sport; it is a way of life. From playing on dusty lanes with friends to captaining his school team, cricket was stitched into the fabric of Kartik's existence.

Kartik was a natural allrounder, a right-handed batsman and a skillful right-arm off-break bowler, which made him a versatile force on the field. By the age of 18, Kartik’s talent had caught the attention of regional coaches, propelling him swiftly into the state team. His professional debut came at the tender age of 20 during a domestic T20 tournament, where his composed forty not out and crucial three wickets in a single match marked the beginning of a promising career.

A career-defining moment for Kartik was his stunning performance in the 2018 Ranji Trophy quarter-final. Facing arch-rivals and seasoned competitors, he emerged as the player of the match for his explosive 85 runs and five-wicket haul, solidifying a reputation as a match-winner and earning a reverence that would persist through his career.

Kartik's technique on the field is characterised by a classic batting style, marked by powerful drives and a meticulous approach to building an innings. His right-arm off-break bowling is equally nuanced, where he artfully mixes flight and spin to deceive even the most seasoned batsmen.

His impact on the game extended beyond the boundary ropes; Kartik's enthusiasm inspired many young cricketers watching from the stands. One of his significant achievements was contributing to his team clinching the coveted domestic one-day championship in 2020. His unbeaten knock of 66 in the final was pivotal, steering his team across the finish line.

Rivalries have punctuated his career, especially against teams from the neighbouring state, where his performances have often turned the tide in fiercely contested matches. Yet, it is Kartik’s sportsmanship and humility that have carved his name indelibly in the annals of the sport. A player whose journey is an inspiring saga of perseverance and passion, Kartik Kakade continues not just as a player but as an unyielding spirit in the cricketing world.