Kannaur Lokesh Rahul, commonly known as KL Rahul, is an Indian international cricketer who represents the national team as a right-handed wicket-keeper batter. He plays for Karnataka in domestic cricket and Delhi Capitals in the IPL, and stands 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) tall at 33 years of age.
Rahul is currently part of the South Africa tour of India 2025, where he is serving as India’s ODI captain and fulfilling the crucial role of a top-order batter, usually at No. 3, providing stability and guiding the innings. Known for his elegant and technically sound strokeplay, one of his finest cricketing moments came during his iconic century at Lord’s, a knock that showcased his temperament and class on one of world cricket’s biggest stages.
Rahul’s wealth comes from his BCCI contracts, IPL salaries, brand endorsements, and strategic investments. His property portfolio and luxury vehicle collection showcase his successful career both on and off the field.
Teams Played For
Team
Years Active
India (National Team)
2014
Karnataka (Domestic)
2010
Royal Challengers Bangalore
2013, 2016
Sunrisers Hyderabad
2014-2015
Punjab Kings
2018-2021
Lucknow Super Giants
2022-2024
Delhi Capitals
2025
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
NITK English Medium School, Surathkal, Mangalore
Pre-University
St. Aloysius College, Mangalore
University
Jain University (Bachelor of Commerce)
Complete Career Stats
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Average
Strike Rate
100s
50s
Test
58
4,053
199
34.57
53.28
11
18
ODI
89
3,152
112
48.49
86.78
7
18
T20I
72
2,265
110
37.75
139.47
2
23
IPL
145
5,222
132
46.21
135.38
5
40
KL Rahul Recent Form – Last 5 Matches
Format
Opponent
Date
Runs / Wickets
Venue
ODI
South Africa
November 2025
72(84)
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Test
South Africa
November 2025
41(97) & 28(44)
Newlands, Cape Town
Test
South Africa
November 2025
56(143) & 12(27)
Centurion
ODI
Australia
October 2025
DNB
Adelaide Oval
ODI
Australia
October 2025
33(42)
Wankhede Stadium
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2010
Represented India at ICC Under-19 World Cup
2013-14
Scored 1,033 runs in Ranji Trophy, helping Karnataka win the trophy
2014-15
Became Karnataka’s first triple-centurion (337 vs Uttar Pradesh)
2015
Scored maiden Test century (110) at Sydney Cricket Ground
2016
First Indian to score ODI century on debut (100* vs Zimbabwe)
2016
Scored T20I century (110*) vs West Indies, became fastest to score centuries in all three formats (20 innings)
2016
Scored career-best Test score of 199 vs England at Chennai
2018
Fastest fifty in IPL history (14 balls) vs Delhi Daredevils
2020
Won Orange Cap in IPL with 670 runs
2021
Scored century (129) at Lord’s vs England
2021
Scored maiden Test century (123) as captain vs South Africa at Centurion
2023
Fastest World Cup century by an Indian (62 balls) vs Netherlands
2025
Champions Trophy winner with India
2025
Scored 532 runs at 58.00 average in England Test series
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Competition/Trophy
Significance
2013-14
Ranji Trophy
Won with Karnataka
2016
Man of the Series
ODI series vs Zimbabwe (debut series)
2018
Wisden India Cricketer of the Year
Individual recognition
2020
Orange Cap
Most runs in IPL season (670 runs)
2021
Lord’s Honours Board
Century at Lord’s (129 vs England)
2025
Champions Trophy
Won with Team India
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
First Indian to score ODI century on debut
Scored 100* vs Zimbabwe in 2016
Fastest batsman to score centuries in all three formats
Achieved in 20 innings
Fastest fifty in IPL history
14 balls vs Delhi Daredevils in 2018
First triple-centurion for Karnataka
337 vs Uttar Pradesh in Ranji Trophy
Most consecutive T20I fifties for India
6 consecutive fifties
Joint-second most IPL centuries by an Indian
5 centuries (alongside Shubman Gill)
Highest score by Indian in IPL
132 vs RCB in 2020
Interesting Facts About KL Rahul
He was named after cricketer Rohan Gavaskar, but his father mistakenly called him Rahul instead of Rohan
Started his cricket training at the age of 10 under coach Samuel Jayaraj in Mangalore
His ability to accelerate in the final overs is widely praised by coaches and experts
He has played in multiple domestic leagues and captained teams in both IPL and international cricket
Known for staying calm under pressure, he often finishes close matches with composed innings
He won the Orange Cap in IPL 2020, becoming the season’s highest run-scorer
Holds a unique record of being the only batsman to reach 100 with a six in all three formats
Has an impressive collection of nine tattoos, including ones of his dog and his parents’ names
Born in Bangalore, KL Rahul is 33 years old and stands 5 feet 11 inches tall. His cricket journey through teams like Royal Challengers Bangalore, Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and now Delhi Capitals reflects his remarkable adaptability and skill. With earnings exceeding ₹101 crore, he has established himself as one of India's premier batters. Known for his technical excellence and ability to perform under pressure, Rahul continues to be a vital asset to Indian cricket across all three formats.
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