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 |
13 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 |
106 Matches |
40 Inn |
19 NO |
205 Runs |
19 HS |
9.76 Avg |
50.62 SR |
0 100’s |
0 50’s |
14 4s |
0 6s |
16 CT |
0 ST |
| T20I |
40 Matches |
7 Inn |
3 NO |
46 Runs |
23* HS |
11.50 Avg |
77.97 SR |
0 100’s |
0 50’s |
2 4s |
0 6s |
12 CT |
0 ST |
| Test |
13 Matches |
24 Inn |
2093 Balls |
1241 Runs |
56 WKTs |
8/113 BBM |
22.16 Avg |
3.56 Econ |
37.38 SR |
3 4W |
4 5W |
| ODI |
106 Matches |
103 Inn |
5369 Balls |
4472 Runs |
172 WKTs |
6/25 BBM |
26.00 Avg |
5.00 Econ |
31.22 SR |
7 4W |
2 5W |
| T20I |
40 Matches |
39 Inn |
860 Balls |
971 Runs |
69 WKTs |
5/17 BBM |
14.07 Avg |
6.77 Econ |
12.46 SR |
1 4W |
2 5W |
