Bowler
Left-hand Bat
Left-arm Wrist Spin
Dec 14, 1994
Kuldeep Yadav exhibited a natural flair for spin bowling from a young age. His journey from the bylanes of Kanpur to becoming a frontline spinner for the Indian cricket team is a tale of skill, determination, and perseverance. Kuldeep made his debut for Uttar Pradesh in the 2016-17 season of the Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic first-class competition. His ability to turn the ball both ways and deceive batsmen with his unorthodox style quickly earned him recognition.
He made his international debut for India in a Test match against Australia in March 2017. However, it was in limited-overs cricket where he truly made a mark. His left-arm wrist-spin, combined with the rare Chinaman bowling style, brought a fresh and exciting dimension to India's spin bowling arsenal.
As a Chinaman bowler, Kuldeep possesses the rare ability to spin the ball away from right-handed batsmen with his left hand. His variations, including the wrong 'un and the flipper, make him a potent force in white-ball cricket. His knack for taking wickets in the middle overs has been a valuable asset to the Indian limited-overs teams.
In June 2017, Kuldeep Yadav made headlines with a mesmerizing performance in a T20I against Australia, claiming a hat-trick. This remarkable feat marked the beginning of a promising international career and established him as a wicket-taking option in the spin department.
Kuldeep Yadav's journey is a testament to the rich tradition of spin bowling in Indian cricket. As he continues to refine his craft, the young spinner remains a key asset for the Indian team, providing a unique and challenging proposition for batsmen around the world.
| Test |
15 Matches |
17 Inn |
2 NO |
199 Runs |
40 HS |
13.27 Avg |
28.51 SR |
0 100’s |
0 50’s |
18 4s |
1 6s |
0 CT |
0 ST |
| ODI |
113 Matches |
42 Inn |
21 NO |
207 Runs |
19 HS |
9.86 Avg |
50.86 SR |
0 100’s |
0 50’s |
14 4s |
0 6s |
17 CT |
0 ST |
| T20I |
47 Matches |
8 Inn |
4 NO |
47 Runs |
23* HS |
11.75 Avg |
75.81 SR |
0 100’s |
0 50’s |
2 4s |
0 6s |
14 CT |
0 ST |
| Test |
15 Matches |
28 Inn |
2514 Balls |
1475 Runs |
68 WKTs |
8/113 BBM |
21.69 Avg |
3.52 Econ |
36.97 SR |
3 4W |
5 5W |
| ODI |
113 Matches |
110 Inn |
5754 Balls |
4786 Runs |
181 WKTs |
6/25 BBM |
26.44 Avg |
4.99 Econ |
31.79 SR |
7 4W |
2 5W |
| T20I |
47 Matches |
46 Inn |
1011 Balls |
1129 Runs |
86 WKTs |
5/17 BBM |
13.13 Avg |
6.70 Econ |
11.76 SR |
3 4W |
2 5W |
