Ruturaj Gaikwad

Name
Ruturaj Gaikwad
Nationality
indIndia
Position
Batter
Current Team
India
Leagues
ICC Cricket World Cup
Born
January 31, 1997
Age
27

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Ruturaj Gaikwad Profile

Ruturaj Gaikwad, born on January 31, 1997, in Pune, Maharashtra, has swiftly emerged as one of the most promising talents in Indian cricket. With a fluid technique, this right-handed batsman first caught the limelight during the 2016-17 Vijay Hazare Trophy, finishing as the third-highest run-scorer. Gaikwad’s game is characterized by deft touches, impeccable timing, and a knack for playing risk-free cricket. His journey from the age-group cricket in Maharashtra to representing India A showcases his dedication and prowess.

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) recognized his potential and roped him in for the IPL. In the 2021 season, Gaikwad played a pivotal role in CSK’s title triumph, amassing 635 runs. Following his IPL success, he made his debut for the Indian national team in both T20Is and ODIs. With a bright future ahead, Ruturaj Gaikwad is undoubtedly a name to watch out for in the cricketing arena.

Ruturaj Gaikwad Stats

Ruturaj Gaikwad Batting Career Summary

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 4s 6s Ct St
ODI 2 2 0 27 19 13.5 56 48.21 0 0 2 0 0 0
T20I 11 10 1 212 58 23.55 168 126.19 0 2 20 7 7 0
FC 28 47 1 1941 195 42.19 3443 56.37 6 9 238 26 19 0
List A 73 72 5 4042 220* 60.32 4006 100.89 15 16 388 119 20 0
T20 108 105 9 3503 114 36.48 2576 135.98 3 25 326 133 56 3

Ruturaj Gaikwad Bowling Career Summary

Format Mat Inns Balls Runs Wkts BBI BBM Ave Econ SR 4w 5w 10w
ODI 2
T20I 11
FC 28 2 13 4 0 1.84 0 0 0
List A 73
T20 108

Ruturaj Gaikwad Recent Matches

Match Bat Date Ground Format
India vs Ireland 58 20-Aug-2023 Dublin (Malahide) T20I # 2208
India vs Ireland 19* 18-Aug-2023 Dublin (Malahide) T20I # 2200
India vs West Indies 8 01-Aug-2023 Tarouba ODI # 4624
Super Kings vs Titans 26 28-May-2023 Ahmedabad T20
Super Kings vs Titans 60 23-May-2023 Chennai T20

Debut of Ruturaj Gaikwad

Format Match Date Ground
ODI India vs South Africa October 06, 2022 Lucknow
T20I Sri Lanka vs India July 28, 2021 Colombo (RPS)
FC Maharashtra vs Jharkhand October 06 – 09, 2016 Delhi
List A Maharashtra vs Himachal February 25, 2017 Cuttack
T20 Maharashtra vs Mumbai February 02, 2017 Vadodara

World Cup Performances – Early Days

  • As of now, specific World Cup performances for Ruturaj Gaikwad are not mentioned.

Notable Achievements

  • Gaikwad burst onto the scene in 2021 with a stellar IPL season, scoring 635 runs for Chennai Super Kings, contributing significantly to their title win.
  • He captained Maharashtra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament, amassing 259 runs.

Style of Play

Ruturaj is known for his fluid batting technique. He can anchor the innings and accelerate when required, making him a versatile batsman suitable for various formats.

International Career

  • Made his ODI debut for India against South Africa in Lucknow on October 06, 2022.
  • T20I debut was against Sri Lanka in Colombo on July 28, 2021.

IPL and Domestic Cricket Performances

  • In the IPL, he has been a crucial player for Chennai Super Kings. His performances in the 2021 season, where he scored 635 runs, were particularly noteworthy.
  • His domestic career has been impressive, with notable performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Ranji Trophy. He scored 187 not out against Sri Lanka A in a List A game in June 2019 and later that year, he registered a century and a fifty against Chhattisgarh in the Ranji Trophy.

Future Prospects

Given his consistent performances in domestic cricket and the IPL, Ruturaj is poised for a long and successful international career. His ability to adapt to different formats suggests that he could become a mainstay in the Indian team in the coming years.

Trivia

  • Ruturaj Gaikwad’s full name is Ruturaj Dashrat Gaikwad, and he was born on January 31, 1997, in Pune, Maharashtra.
  • He made his first-class, List A, and T20 debuts in the 2016-17 season.

FAQs of Ruturaj Gaikwad

Q1. When did Ruturaj Gaikwad make his debut for the Indian cricket team?

A: Ruturaj Gaikwad made his T20I debut against Sri Lanka at Colombo (RPS) on July 28, 2021, and his ODI debut against South Africa at Lucknow on October 06, 2022.

Q2. How did Ruturaj Gaikwad perform in the 2021 IPL season?

A: In the 2021 IPL season, Ruturaj Gaikwad emerged as a standout performer for Chennai Super Kings, amassing a whopping 635 runs and playing a pivotal role in the team’s title triumph.

Q3. Which domestic team does Ruturaj Gaikwad represent in the Indian domestic circuit?

A: Ruturaj Gaikwad represents Maharashtra in the Indian domestic cricket circuit and has delivered notable performances in tournaments like the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Ranji Trophy.

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