Rahul Chopra

Rahul Chopra
Nationality: United Arab Emirates
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1994-07-11 Age: 30
Bio
Career Stats
Fixtures
Teams

Rahul Chopra, born on the 11th of July, 1994, in Mumbai, India, emerged as a beacon of talent in the cricketing world from a very young age. Rooted in a city famed for its cricketing legacy, Rahul was introduced to the sport by his father, a local club player. He spent countless hours perfecting the art of wicketkeeping and honing his skills as a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast-medium bowler on the dusty pitches of his neighbourhood.

Rahul's cricket journey gained momentum during his teenage years, when he was selected for the state Under-19 team. His impressive performances behind the stumps and his uncanny knack for scoring crucial runs caught the selectors' eyes. It wasn’t long before he made his professional debut, joining Maharashtra's Ranji Trophy team at the age of just 19.

Within a few years, he became a pivotal figure in Maharashtra’s cricket lineup. Rahul's resilience shone brightly in the 2016-17 Ranji season, where he was instrumental in leading his team to the finals, contributing with both his sharp glove work and timely middle-order runs. One particularly memorable innings came during a high-stakes semi-final against Karnataka, where he anchored the innings under pressure and took two stunning catches, effectively turning the match in their favour.

Rahul's unique playing style has always been his hallmark. As a wicketkeeper, his swift movements and lightning-fast reflexes drew comparisons with some of the greats of the game. His batting, characterised by a combination of patience and aggression, made him a dependable asset in crunch situations. While he wasn't often given the chance to bowl in professional cricket, his right-arm fast-medium deliveries were lethal in the domestic circuit, often used strategically to break partnerships.

Throughout his career, Rahul participated in numerous rivalries that added colour to the cricketing narrative. His encounters with seasoned keeper-batsmen from rival teams often turned into duel-like performances that fans relished. A notable rivalry with Delhi's rising star wicketkeeper became folklore, with both players raising their games each time they faced off.

Perhaps the most significant moment in Rahul's career came during a challenging phase, when an untimely injury threatened to sideline him. However, his tenacity in rehabilitation paid off, resulting in a dramatic comeback that saw him scoring a century in his first match back. This indomitable spirit has not only inspired his teammates but has left an indelible mark on the fabric of Indian cricket.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T10 30 27 10 457 49 16.93 276 165.58 0 0 21 44
T20 27 24 4 363 52 15.13 350 103.71 0 1 5 36
ODI 11 11 0 260 78 23.64 369 70.46 0 2 8 22
T20I 6 4 2 71 36 17.75 78 91.03 0 0 0 7

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T10 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
T20 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
ODI 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
T20I 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2024-12-26
Triangular Serie (Namibia), 5th Match, Tri-Series - October 4, 2024
United States of America
164/10 (19.4)
United Arab Emirates
170/5 (20)
United Arab Emirates won by 6 runs
Triangular Serie (Namibia), 4th Match, Tri-Series - October 2, 2024
United Arab Emirates
111/4 (14.1)
Namibia
110/6 (20)
United Arab Emirates won by 6 wickets (with 35 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Asif Khan
Triangular Serie (Namibia), 1st Match, Tri-Series - September 29, 2024
Namibia
205/8 (20)
United Arab Emirates
245/2 (20)
United Arab Emirates won by 40 runs
Player of the Match
Muhammad Waseem
Scotland tour of United Arab Emirates, 3rd T20I, Twenty20 International - March 14, 2024
United Arab Emirates
62/10 (15.2)
Scotland
94/10 (19.4)
Scotland won by 32 runs
Player of the Match
Bradley Currie
Scotland tour of United Arab Emirates, 2nd T20I, Twenty20 International - March 13, 2024
United Arab Emirates
112/9 (20)
Scotland
121/8 (20)
Scotland won by 9 runs
Scotland tour of United Arab Emirates, 1st T20I, Twenty20 International - March 11, 2024
United Arab Emirates
149/2 (17.4)
Scotland
147/8 (20)
United Arab Emirates won by 8 wickets (with 14 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Junaid Siddique
Regular Season, 25th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - December 6, 2023
Delhi Bulls
66/8 (10)
Northern Warriors
79/5 (10)
Northern Warriors won by 13 runs
Regular Season, 21st Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - December 5, 2023
Deccan Gladiators
104/2 (6.1)
Northern Warriors
100/6 (10)
Deccan Gladiators won by 8 wickets (with 23 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Nuwan Thushara
Regular Season, 16th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - December 3, 2023
Northern Warriors
135/5 (10)
Bangla Tigers
137/4 (10)
Bangla Tigers won by 2 runs
Player of the Match
David Miller
Regular Season, 14th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - December 2, 2023
Chennai Brave Jaguars
107/5 (9.4)
Northern Warriors
106/3 (10)
Chennai Braves won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Sikandar Raza

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