Rahul Tewatia is a notable figure in the realm of cricket, celebrated for his all-round capabilities on the field. Born on May 20, 1993, in Sihi, Haryana, India, Tewatia has carved a niche for himself as a cricketer known for his left-handed batting and right-arm leg-spin bowling. At a height of 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches) and weighing approximately 60 kg (132 lbs), his physical presence is as commanding as his cricketing skills. Tewatia’s journey in cricket is marked by his domestic performances for teams like Haryana, Rajasthan Royals, Kings XI Punjab, Delhi Daredevils, and the Oil & Natural Gas Corporation, although he has yet to make his international debut.
Biography
Rahul Tewatia’s path to cricket stardom began in his hometown of Sihi, Haryana, where he was born into a Hindu Jat family. His zodiac sign is Taurus, and he holds Indian nationality. Tewatia’s early life in Haryana laid the foundation for his cricketing career, a journey inspired by his uncle, who was also a sportsperson. His passion for the game led him to make his first-class debut in 2013 for Haryana against Karnataka in the 2013-2014 Ranji Trophy at Rohtak, Haryana.
Sporting Achievements
Tewatia’s cricketing career took a significant turn when the Rajasthan Royals bought him for Rs. 10 lakhs at the 2014 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. His value and talent were further recognized in subsequent years, with Kings XI Punjab acquiring him for Rs. 25 lakhs at the 2017 IPL auction and Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) securing his services for Rs. 3 crore at the 2018 IPL auction. Despite not having made his international debut, Tewatia’s performances in the IPL and domestic cricket have showcased his skills as a formidable all-rounder. His ability to change the course of a game with both bat and ball has made him a valuable player in the T20 format, especially noted for his match-winning innings and crucial wickets at critical moments of the game.
Player Stats
Bowling
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
| FC | 14 | 22 | 1176 | 703 | 32 | 7/98 | 9/157 | 21.96 | 3.58 | 36.7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| List A | 40 | 38 | 1648 | 1335 | 59 | 4/24 | 4/24 | 22.62 | 4.86 | 27.9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| T20s | 135 | 92 | 1474 | 1818 | 69 | 3/4 | 3/4 | 26.34 | 7.40 | 21.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| FORMAT | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
| FC | 14 | 23 | 4 | 535 | 144 | 28.15 | 878 | 60.93 | 1 | 2 | 64 | 6 | 15 | 0 |
| List A | 40 | 33 | 12 | 1039 | 99* | 49.47 | 864 | 120.25 | 0 | 8 | 91 | 42 | 22 | 0 |
| T20s | 135 | 102 | 39 | 1726 | 59* | 27.39 | 1209 | 142.76 | 0 | 3 | 150 | 78 | 53 | 0 |