Lokesh Rahul

Lokesh Rahul
Nationality: India
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Date of Birth: 1992-04-18 Age: 33
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Lokesh Rahul, born on 18th April 1992, hails from the vibrant city of Mangalore, Karnataka, and has been making ripples in the world of cricket ever since he picked up a bat as a young boy. It wasn't long before his natural flair and talent were evident to those around him. His journey began in the dusty playgrounds of his hometown, where his precocious cricketing ability was nurtured. His parents, both academicians, emphasised the significance of education, but Rahul's heart always veered towards cricket.

Rahul made his first significant step towards professional cricket when he debuted for Karnataka in the domestic circuit. His transition to professional play was seamless, due to his exceptional technique and the grit he exhibited at the crease. As a right-handed batsman, Rahul’s style is a blend of classical elegance and modern aggression, allowing him to score both under pressure and in free-flowing one-day games. A skilled wicketkeeper, too, Rahul has often been described as a cricketer who can change the course of a match in an instant, both with the bat and behind the stumps.

Cricket aficionados fondly recall his debut in the Test arena against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground in 2015. It was during this series that he registered his maiden Test century, showcasing his ability to thrive under pressure. Over the years, Rahul has played many notable innings, none more memorable than his 199 against England in Chennai, where his performance was as breathtaking as it was heartbreaking, missing a double century by just one run.

Rahul has been instrumental in several championship wins, whether donning the team's colours in the Indian Premier League or the national blue. His versatility is particularly apparent in T20 formats, where his ability to bowl when required makes him an invaluable asset.

The rivalry against Pakistan, a highlight in any Indian cricketer’s career, saw Rahul establish himself as a force to be reckoned with. His batting in these high-octane matches drew admiration for his calm demeanour and tactical acumen.

Throughout his journey, Lokesh Rahul continues to be celebrated for his adaptability and cerebral approach to batting, coupled with sharp glovework behind the stumps. Whether steering the team to victory or setting records that stand tall, Rahul’s contributions to cricket have etched his name into the sport's illustrious annals.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T20I 46 48 5 1498 91 31.21 1106 135.44 0 18 64 126
ODI 80 76 14 2952 112 38.84 3305 89.32 7 17 68 233
T20 98 100 13 3904 132 39.04 2927 133.38 4 31 156 325
FC 24 45 2 1352 129 30.04 2886 46.85 3 6 12 162

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T20I 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
ODI 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
T20 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
FC 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-04-20
Regular Season, 35th Match, Indian Premier League - April 19, 2025
Gujarat Titans
204/3 (19.2)
Delhi Capitals
203/8 (20)
Gujarat Titans won by 7 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Jos Buttler
Regular Season, 32nd Match, Indian Premier League - April 16, 2025
Delhi Capitals
188/5 (20) & 13/0 (0.4)
Rajasthan Royals
188/4 (20) & 11/2 (0.5)
Match tied (Delhi Capitals won the one-over eliminator)
Player of the Match
Mitchell Starc
Regular Season, 29th Match, Indian Premier League - April 13, 2025
Delhi Capitals
193/10 (19)
Mumbai Indians
205/5 (20)
Mumbai Indians won by 12 runs
Player of the Match
Karn Sharma
Regular Season, 24th Match, Indian Premier League - April 10, 2025
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
163/7 (20)
Delhi Capitals
169/4 (17.5)
Delhi Capitals won by 6 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Lokesh Rahul
Regular Season, 17th Match, Indian Premier League - April 5, 2025
Chennai Super Kings
158/5 (20)
Delhi Capitals
183/6 (20)
Delhi Capitals won by 25 runs
Player of the Match
Lokesh Rahul
Regular Season, 10th Match, Indian Premier League - March 30, 2025
Delhi Capitals
166/3 (16)
Sunrisers Hyderabad
163/10 (18.4)
Delhi Capitals won by 7 wickets (with 24 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Mitchell Starc
Play Offs, Final, ICC Champions Trophy - March 9, 2025
India
254/6 (49)
New Zealand
251/7 (50)
India won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Rohit Sharma
Play Offs, Semi Final, ICC Champions Trophy - March 4, 2025
India
267/6 (48.1)
Australia
264/10 (49.3)
India won by 4 wickets (with 11 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Virat Kohli
Group A, 12th Match, ICC Champions Trophy - March 2, 2025
New Zealand
205/10 (45.3)
India
249/9 (50)
India won by 44 runs
Player of the Match
Varun Chakaravarthy
Group A, 5th Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 23, 2025
Pakistan
241/10 (49.4)
India
244/4 (42.3)
India won by 6 wickets (with 45 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Virat Kohli

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