Kunal Singh Rathore, a talented wicketkeeper-batter from Rajasthan, has been signed by Rajasthan Royals (RR) for INR 30 lakhs in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Known for his reliable wicketkeeping and consistent performances with the bat in domestic cricket, Rathore is poised to make an impact in the upcoming IPL season.
Kunal Singh Rathore Profile
- Full Name: Kunal Singh Rathore
- Born: October 9, 2002, Kota, Rajasthan
- Age: 22 years, 50 days
- Batting Style: Left-hand bat
- Fielding Position: Wicketkeeper
- Playing Role: Wicketkeeper-Batter
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Teams Represented
- Rajasthan
- Rajasthan Royals
Kunal Rathore Career Stats
Batting & Fielding Stats
| Format | Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs | Highest Score | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | Fours | Sixes | Catches | Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First-Class (FC) | 15 | 19 | 0 | 580 | 156 | 30.52 | 68.88 | 1 | 2 | 61 | 15 | 49 | 2 |
| List A | 16 | 15 | 4 | 404 | 79 | 36.72 | 102.02 | 0 | 3 | 33 | 19 | 28 | 3 |
| T20s | 12 | 12 | 5 | 254 | 61* | 36.28 | 138.04 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 9 | 8 | 0 |
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Recent Performances
- Rajasthan vs Hyderabad (November 6, 2024): Scored 9 runs and took 3 catches in Jaipur (First-Class).
- Rajasthan vs Gujarat (October 26, 2024): Scored 35 runs and took 6 catches in Jaipur (First-Class).
- Rajasthan vs Puducherry (October 11, 2024): Scored 23 & 59 runs and effected 2 catches and 1 stumping in Jaipur (First-Class).
- Rajasthan vs Himachal (October 18, 2024): Scored 19 runs and took 6 catches in Dharamsala (First-Class).
Debut Matches
- First-Class Debut: Goa vs Rajasthan at Porvorim, December 13-16, 2022
- List A Debut: Assam vs Rajasthan at Kolkata, November 12, 2022
- T20 Debut: Madhya Pradesh vs Rajasthan at Rajkot, October 11, 2022
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Role in Rajasthan Royals
Kunal Rathore’s addition to Rajasthan Royals strengthens their wicketkeeping and batting options. As a left-handed batter, he brings balance to the lineup and has the ability to play crucial innings under pressure. With RR’s history of nurturing young talents, Rathore has a great opportunity to develop into a dependable player.
Impact on IPL 2025
Rathore’s consistent performances in domestic cricket make him a promising talent to watch in IPL 2025. His ability to contribute both behind the stumps and with the bat adds versatility to the RR squad. Fans of Rajasthan Royals will be eager to see how this local talent performs on the big stage!
