KL Rahul is an Indian international cricketer who plays as a wicket-keeper-batsman for Karnataka in domestic cricket and the Indian national team. In the Indian Premier League, he plays for and captains the Lucknow Super Giants. Rahul made his Test-match debut for India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground against Australia in 2014. His One Day International and Twenty20 International debuts came in 2016 against Zimbabwe.
Who is KL Rahul?
Kannur Lokesh Rahul known simply as KL Rahul first opened his eyes on 18 April 1992 in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. He is the youngest of two siblings birthed to Rajeshwari Lokesh and Dr. K. N. Lokesh, His older sister is Bhavna Rahul.
Rahul was raised in a well-to-do family as both his parents are highly educated. His mother is a professor at Mangalore University and his father the former director and professor of the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK).
Rahul did not have that much an early start in cricket as he only started training when he was 10 years old. At age 12, he was already playing for Bangalore United Cricket Club and his club in Mangalore.
Being birthed to intellectuals, he had god education from some of the best schools the Mangalore area had to offer. He attended NITK English Medium School and pre-university at St. Aloysius College before enrolling at Jain University where he pursued cricket as a career.
Rahul had a taste of first-class cricket during the 2010-11 season when he made his debut for Karnataka. His performances earned him a spot on the U-19 squad for the 2010 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
Three years after the tournament, the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League hired his services. He made his debut in 2013 and ended the season scoring 1,033 first-class runs, and also becoming the second highest scorer that season.
Ahead of the 2014 IPL auction, Rahul was bought by the Sunrisers Hyderabad where je spend just a season and returned to the RCB for the 2016 IPL season. He has also played for the Kings XI Punjab and currently with the Lucknow Super Giants.
Rahul has also being on international duties with the Indian national cricket team, making his Test-match debut against Australian at their famous Melbourne Cricket Ground. On the international stage thus far, he was won two ACC Asia Cups in 2018 and 2023 while finishing as runner-up at the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
What is KL Rahul’s Age, Height and Weight?
KL Rahul was born on 18 April 1992 in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. As of 2024, he is 32 years old. He is 5 feet 11 inches tall (1.8 m) and has a weight of 70 kilograms (154 lbs).
What is KL Rahul’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
KL Rahul was born in Bangalore, Karnataka, India to Indian parents. He is a citizen of India but his ethnicity is not yet known.
What is KL Rahul’s Profession?
KL Rahul is an Indian international cricketer who occasionally captains the Indian national cricket team, plays for Karnataka in domestic cricket and the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League.
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Which teams has KL Rahul played for?
Indian international cricketer KL Rahul who made his debut in Indian Premier League for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2013 has gone on to play for three more teams in the League, They are Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kings ZI Punjab and currently with the Lucknow Super Giants.
Who are KL Rahul’s Parents?
KL Rahul was born to Rajeshwari Lokesh (mother) and Dr. K. N. Lokesh (father). His mother was professor at Mangalore University while his father, a professor of the Civil Engineering department at the National Institute of Technology, Karnataka and former director of the institute.
Does KL Rahul have Siblings?
Yes, KL Rahul has an older sister named Bhavna Rahul. The cricketer who is fond of his sister has stated that his sister has “mastered the art of being, protective, and loving all at once.”
Who is KL Rahul married to?
KL Rahul tied the knot with Athiya Shetty, daughter of Indian professional actor Suniel Shetty in 2023. on January 23, 2023. The traditional ceremony was held at Suniel Shetty’s Khandala farmhouse in Khandala, India. Earlier this year when the couple celebrated their first anniversary, they posted a video of memories they’ve shared over the years.
How many children does KL Rahul have?
KL Rahul has no kids at the moment. However, rumors are spreading like wildfire regarding his wife Athiya Shetty’s pregnancy. This speculations have been so after Athiya’s father Suniel Shetty spoke about becoming a grandfather on the dance reality show “Dance Deewane”. If those rumors are anything to go by, then very soon the couple will welcome their first seed.
Is KL Rahul active on Social Media?
Yes, KL Rahul is very active on social. He is particularly on Instagram where he has handsomely garnered more than 19.7M followers worldwide. His Instagram handle is KL Rahul👑 (@klrahul)
What is KL Rahul’s Net Worth?
According to several online sources, Indian international cricketer KL Rahul has amassed a net worth estimated at INR 101 crores (equivalent to US$12 million) in 2024. His primary source of income stems from his IPL and BCCI salaries as well as lucrative brand endorsement deals.
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