KL Rahul’s Profile | Achievements & Career Stats

Kannur Lokesh Rahul, popularly known as KL Rahul, is one of the most stylish and versatile cricketers in contemporary Indian cricket. Born on April 18, 1992, in Mangaluru, Karnataka, Rahul’s journey from a promising domestic player to a key figure in the national team is marked by resilience, adaptability, and immense talent. Known for his elegant batting technique and calm demeanor, Rahul has evolved into a dependable player across all three formats of the game—Test, ODI, and T20.

He trained at the prestigious National Institute of Sports (NIS) in Bangalore and rose through the ranks in Karnataka’s age-group cricket. His early domestic performances, especially for Karnataka in the Ranji Trophy, drew attention due to his solid technique and composure at the crease. In the 2013-14 Ranji season, Rahul scored over 1,000 runs, which helped him earn a spot in the Indian Test squad for the tour of Australia in 2014.

His classical batting style made him a natural fit for red-ball cricket. However, over time, Rahul proved he was more than just a Test specialist. He demonstrated remarkable adaptability, transitioning seamlessly into white-ball cricket, where his stroke play and timing stood out.

Batting Career

Test Career

• Total Number of Matches - 58
• Total Number of Innings - 101
• Total Number of Runs - 3257
• Total Number of Balls Faced - 6168
• Highest Score - 199
• Average - 33.58
• Strike Rate - 52.81
• Not Out - 4
• Total Number of 4s - 386
• Total Number of 6s - 26
• Total Number of Half Centuries - 17
• Total Number of Centuries - 8
• Total Number of Double Centuries - 0
• Total Number of 300s - 0
• Total Number of 400s - 0

ODI Batting Career

• Total Number of Matches - 85
• Total Number of Innings - 79
• Total Number of Runs - 3043
• Total Number of Balls Faced - 3451
• Highest Score - 112
• Average - 49.08
• Strike Rate - 88.18
• Not Out - 17
• Total Number of 4s - 235
• Total Number of 6s - 67
• Total Number of Half Centuries - 18
• Total Number of Centuries - 7
• Total Number of Double Centuries - 0
• Total Number of 300s - 0
• Total Number of 400s - 0

T20 Career

• Total Number of Matches - 72
• Total Number of Innings - 68
• Total Number of Runs - 2265
• Total Number of Balls Faced - 1628
• Highest Score - 110
• Average - 35.75
• Strike Rate - 139.13
• Not Out - 8
• Total Number of 4s - 191
• Total Number of 6s - 99
• Total Number of Half Centuries - 22
• Total Number of Centuries - 2
• Total Number of Double Centuries - 0
• Total Number of 300s - 0
• Total Number of 400s - 0

IPL Career

• Total Number of Matches - 143
• Total Number of Innings - 133
• Total Number of Runs - 5064
• Total Number of Balls Faced - 3747
• Highest Score - 132
• Average - 45.62
• Strike Rate - 135.15
• Not Out - 22
• Total Number of 4s - 430
• Total Number of 6s - 203
• Total Number of Half Centuries - 40
• Total Number of Centuries - 4
• Total Number of Double Centuries - 0
• Total Number of 300s - 0
• Total Number of 400s - 0

Bowling Career

Test Career

• Total Number of Matches - 58
• Total Number of Innings - 0
• Total Number of Balls- 0
• Total Number of Runs - 0
• Total Number of Wickets - 0
• Average - 0.0
• Economy - 0
• Strike Rate - 0.0
• Best Bowling in Innings - 0/0
• Best Bowling in the Match - 0/0
• 5 Wickets Haul - 0
• 10 Wickets Haul - 0

ODI Career

• Total Number of Matches - 85
• Total Number of Innings - 0
• Total Number of Balls- 0
• Total Number of Runs - 0
• Total Number of Wickets - 0
• Average - 0.0
• Economy - 0
• Strike Rate - 0.0
• Best Bowling in Innings - 0/0
• Best Bowling in the Match - 0/0
• 5 Wickets Haul - 0
• 10 Wickets Haul - 0

T20 Career

• Total Number of Matches - 72
• Total Number of Innings - 0
• Total Number of Balls- 0
• Total Number of Runs - 0
• Total Number of Wickets - 0
• Average - 0.0
• Economy - 0
• Strike Rate - 0.0
• Best Bowling in Innings - 0/0
• Best Bowling in the Match - 0/0
• 5 Wickets Haul - 0
• 10 Wickets Haul - 0

IPL Career

• Total Number of Matches - 143
• Total Number of Innings - 0
• Total Number of Balls- 0
• Total Number of Runs - 0
• Total Number of Wickets - 0
• Average - 0.0
• Economy - 0
• Strike Rate - 0.0
• Best Bowling in Innings - 0/0
• Best Bowling in the Match - 0/0
• 5 Wickets Haul - 0
• 10 Wickets Haul - 0

KL Rahul’s Career Info

KL Rahul’s T20 Debut was against Zimbabwe, on July 18, 2016, at the Harare Sports Club.

KL Rahul’s last T20 was against England, on 10 November 2022 at Adelaide Oval. 

KL’s Test Debut was on 26 Dec 2014 vs Australia, at Melbourne Cricket Ground.

KL’s Last Test was against Australia, on 03 Jan 2025 at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

KL’s ODI Debut was on 11 Jun 2016, vs Zimbabwe, at Harare Sports Club.

KL Rahul’s last ODI was against New Zealand, on 09 March 2025 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

KL Rahul’s IPL debut was on 11 April 2013 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

KL Rahul’s last IPL was on 08 May 2025 against Punjab Kings, at HPCA (Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium).

Rahul made his ODI debut in 2016 and became the first Indian to score a century on ODI debut. His T20 International performances have also been noteworthy, with several match-winning innings and a strike rate that highlights his aggressive yet calculated approach. What makes Rahul unique is his ability to anchor innings or accelerate as per the team’s needs. His versatility has also seen him don the wicketkeeper’s gloves in limited-overs formats, adding value to the team composition.

Over the years, he has represented franchises like Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings, and Lucknow Super Giants. As a captain of the Punjab Kings and later the Lucknow Super Giants, Rahul has showcased leadership skills and maturity, often leading from the front with the bat.

Off the field, KL Rahul is known for his composed personality and a strong sense of style, making him a youth icon. He maintains a low-key personal life but is actively involved in charitable initiatives and supports various causes, including education and health.

Whether as a top-order batsman, a wicketkeeper, or a leader, Rahul has embraced every role with grace and determination. As he continues to mature and take on greater responsibilities, he remains a vital asset to Indian cricket and an inspiration to aspiring cricketers across the nation.