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 103 104 14 4019 132 38.64 3027 132.77 4 32 159 333
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: 2025-05-09
Regular Season, 58th Match, Indian Premier League - May 8, 2025
Punjab Kings
122/1 (10.1)
Delhi Capitals
No result
Regular Season, 55th Match, Indian Premier League - May 5, 2025
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Delhi Capitals
133/7 (20)
No result
Regular Season, 48th Match, Indian Premier League - April 29, 2025
Delhi Capitals
190/9 (20)
Kolkata Knight Riders
204/9 (20)
Kolkata Knight Riders won by 14 runs
Player of the Match
Sunil Narine
Regular Season, 46th Match, Indian Premier League - April 27, 2025
Delhi Capitals
162/8 (20)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
165/4 (18.3)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 6 wickets (with 9 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Krunal Pandya
Regular Season, 40th Match, Indian Premier League - April 22, 2025
Lucknow Super Giants
159/6 (20)
Delhi Capitals
161/2 (17.5)
Delhi Capitals won by 8 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Mukesh Kumar
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

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