Nationality: Belgium
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1987-06-07 Age: 37

Rohan Ravindran was born on 7th June 1987 in the picturesque country of Belgium, a land not typically known for its cricketing exports. Yet, from a young age, Rohan's prodigious talent on the cricket field shone brightly, defying the odds from a region where football often reigns supreme. Encouraged by cricket-passionate parents, Rohan spent countless hours at local grounds practising his craft. By his teenage years, his prowess as an all-rounder had become evident: a right-handed batsman capable of anchoring innings with elegance or detonating the scoreboard with flair, combined with a right-arm fast-medium bowling style that troubled batsmen with its precision and cunning movement.
His cricketing journey took a significant turn when he secured a spot in Belgium's national cricket team. Making his debut against stronger cricketing nations, Rohan demonstrated a fearless spirit. His breakout moment arrived during the European Cricket Championship, where he played a pivotal role in Belgium reaching the semi-finals, not withstanding the team's underdog status. His all-round performance, scoring crucial runs and taking key wickets, marked him as a vital cog in the team.
Throughout his career, Rohan set several records, notably being the first Belgian cricketer to score a century against a top-tier European side. His rivalry with the Dutch all-rounder Marco Janssens became the stuff of legends, with their duels often tilting matches from one to the other with breathtaking performances. Whether it was Marco trying to out-bowl Rohan or vice versa, every encounter had fans glued to the edge of their seats.
Rohan's batting style mixed patience with aggression; he could play the waiting game or unleash a flurry of boundaries with his impeccable timing and shot selection. With the ball, his ability to swing it both ways made him a lethal weapon in the limited-overs format, frequently turning matches with quick wickets.
Amongst his many contributions, a match against Austria where he single-handedly steered Belgium to victory with an unbeaten 85* stands out, a testament to his ability to perform under pressure. More than just numbers and accolades, Rohan Ravindran's career embodies the spirit of cricket, igniting the game’s passion in a nation where it was largely dormant and proving that talent can emerge from the most unexpected places.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 18 | 10 | 9.00 | 16 | 112.50 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 20 | 1 | - | 20.00 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2024-07-10