Raj Kumar

Raj Kumar
Nationality: India
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1995-03-06 Age: 30

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Born on 6 March 1995, Raj Kumar’s journey in cricket began on the dusty pitches of Kanpur. As a child, he spent countless hours emulating his cricketing heroes in back alleys, crafting his game with whatever resources he could muster. He became known among local clubs for his relentless perseverance and the venom he extracted from unyielding conditions with his right-arm fast-medium deliveries.

Raj's innate talent didn’t remain hidden for long. By his late teens, he had secured a spot in the U-19 state team, quickly making a name for himself as a bowler with a knack for unsettling batsmen with deceptive pace and cunning seam movement. His determination culminated in a standout performance at the National Championship, where he snared a memorable five-wicket haul under immense pressure. Such feats paved the way for his debut into the professional circuit in 2016, donning the national team's colours for the first time in an ODI against a formidable Australian side.

His career is peppered with notable achievements. Raj was instrumental in India’s thrilling victory in the 2019 Asia Cup, where his crucial breakthroughs against arch-rivals Pakistan turned the tide in favour of his team. That series not only showcased his skill but established him as a player who thrived in high-pressure scenarios. Standing out further, his lethal spell against England in the 2021 Test series, where he claimed 12 wickets across three matches, is often cited as a cornerstone of his career.

Raj's bowling style is as much about flamboyance as it is about precision. A right-hand batsman too, though primarily celebrated for his bowling exploits, he has had his share of handy lower-order contributions. He’s known for exploiting reverse swing and catches batsmen off-guard with his sudden bursts of speed. This ability to keep batsmen guessing has often drawn comparisons to some of the great fast bowlers of the past.

Through his career, Raj Kumar has had the uncanny ability to rise to the occasion—delivering when it matters most. Whether it’s the flair he exhibits on the field or the composure he maintains off it, Raj has become a name synonymous with dedication and resilience, leaving an indelible mark on the legacy of Indian cricket.