Dinesh Karthik is an Indian cricketer renowned for his wicket-keeping and batting skills. Born on June 1, 1985, in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, Karthik has been a part of the Indian cricket team across all formats, known for his versatility and ability to finish matches. Over the years, he has made significant contributions to the team as a dependable middle-order batsman and a skillful wicket-keeper.
Biography
Dinesh Karthik’s cricketing journey began in Tamil Nadu, where his talent was evident from a young age. He made his debut for the Tamil Nadu cricket team and quickly made an impact with his performances behind the stumps and with the bat. Karthik’s domestic performances earned him a call-up to the Indian national team, making his international debut in 2004.
Karthik has had a career filled with ups and downs but has consistently remained in contention for a spot in the national team due to his work ethic, adaptability, and skill set. His ability to play crucial innings and his prowess as a wicket-keeper have seen him being selected for numerous important tournaments, including the ICC Cricket World Cup and the ICC World Twenty20.
Sporting Achievements
Dinesh Karthik’s sporting achievements are highlighted by several memorable performances for India and in domestic cricket, including the Indian Premier League (IPL). One of his most notable innings came in the final of the Nidahas Trophy against Bangladesh in 2018, where he played a match-winning knock, scoring 29 runs off 8 balls, including a six off the last ball to win the match for India.
In the IPL, Karthik has been a key player for various teams, bringing experience and stability to the middle order. He has served as the captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), leading the team with distinction and contributing significantly as a batsman and wicket-keeper.
Karthik’s resilience and ability to make comebacks have been hallmarks of his career. Despite facing competition for his place in the national team, he has repeatedly proved his worth with impactful performances. His adaptability has allowed him to play various roles for the team, from opening the batting to finishing matches as a lower-middle-order batsman.
Throughout his career, Dinesh Karthik has been admired for his dedication to the game and his ability to remain calm under pressure. His journey from a young talent in Tamil Nadu to an integral part of the Indian cricket team and a respected figure in the IPL serves as an inspiration to many aspiring cricketers.
Player Stats
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| Tests | 26 | 42 | 1 | 1025 | 129 | 25.00 | 2080 | 49.27 | 1 | 7 | 134 | 4 | 57 | 6 |
| ODIs | 94 | 79 | 21 | 1752 | 79 | 30.20 | 2392 | 73.24 | 0 | 9 | 176 | 15 | 64 | 7 |
| T20Is | 60 | 48 | 22 | 686 | 55 | 26.38 | 481 | 142.61 | 0 | 1 | 71 | 28 | 30 | 8 |
| FC | 167 | 254 | 19 | 9620 | 213 | 40.93 | 16394 | 58.68 | 28 | 43 | – | – | 387 | 45 |
| List A | 260 | 228 | 38 | 7603 | 154* | 40.01 | 8233 | 92.34 | 12 | 41 | – | – | 229 | 44 |
| T20s | 386 | 343 | 79 | 7081 | 97* | 26.82 | 5234 | 135.28 | 0 | 32 | 688 | 234 | 227 | 69 |
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| Tests | 26 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| ODIs | 94 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| T20Is | 60 | 1 | 6 | 18 | 0 | – | – | – | 18.00 | – | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 167 | – | 120 | 130 | 0 | – | – | – | 6.50 | – | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 260 | – | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 386 | 2 | 18 | 28 | 1 | 1/10 | 1/10 | 28.00 | 9.33 | 18.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |