India | Bowler
Rahul Desraj Chahar is an Indian cricketer who plays for Rajasthan in domestic cricket and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League. He made his international debut for India in August 2019.
| Full Name Rahul Desraj Chahar | Born August 04, 1999, Bharaatpur, Rajasthan | Age 25y 283d |
| Batting Style Right hand Bat | Bowling Style Legbreak Googly | Playing Role Bowler |
TEAMS
Rahul Chahar: India’s Promising Leg-Spin Prodigy
Rahul Desraj Chahar, born on August 4, 1999 , in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, is an Indian cricketer renowned for his leg-break and googly deliveries . A right-handed batsman and right-arm leg-spinner, Chahar’s career reflects a blend of talent, resilience, and strategic adaptability across formats .
Early Career & Domestic Rise
From a young age, Chahar showcased exceptional passion for cricket, honing his leg-spin craft in local Rajasthan leagues . His breakthrough came through India U19 , where he gained recognition as a wily spinner . Transitioning to senior cricket, he represented Rajasthan in domestic tournaments, leveraging his variations to become a key asset in Ranji Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy campaigns . His domestic consistency earned him a 2017 IPL debut with Rising Pune Supergiant, marking the start of his professional ascent .
IPL Stardom with Mumbai Indians
Chahar’s move to Mumbai Indians in 2018 proved transformative. As a vital cog in their spin-friendly strategy, he played a pivotal role in their 2019 and 2020 IPL title wins , excelling with economy rates under pressure . Known for his googly mastery and death-over control, he became a go-to bowler for MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma. However, his 2023 trade to Punjab Kings disrupted his MI legacy, though he remains a sought-after T20 specialist .
International Journey
Chahar made his T20I debut against West Indies on August 6, 2019 , showcasing his knack for extracting turn on Indian pitches . Though limited to 13 T20Is (2019–2021), he claimed 14 wickets at an economy of 7.2, proving effective in middle-overs 3. Despite a brief ODI stint (3 matches), his international career plateaued due to competition from wrist-spin duo Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal .
Strong Zones & Playing Style
Chahar thrives in subcontinental conditions , where his flighted leg-spin , googly , and carrom ball deceive batters. His forte lies in middle-overs , where he stifles run flow, and death bowling , where his yorkers and slower deliveries excel. However, his lack of pace compared to modern spinners occasionally exposes him in overseas pitches .
Legacy & Future Outlook
Though his international career stalled post-2021, Chahar’s IPL consistency and T10 adaptability cement his reputation as a reliable T20 specialist. At 25, he remains in contention for comeback opportunities, especially in franchise leagues. His legacy hinges on maximizing domestic performances to reignite national ambitions, blending traditional leg-spin with modern T20 innovations.
Rahul Chahar Career Stats
Bowling
| Format | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 1 | 1 | 60 | 54 | 3 | 3/54 | 3/54 | 18.00 | 5.40 | 20.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20Is | 6 | 6 | 132 | 167 | 7 | 3/15 | 3/15 | 23.85 | 7.59 | 18.8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 24 | 40 | 3936 | 2437 | 87 | 5/59 | 9/148 | 28.01 | 3.71 | 45.2 | 6 | 7 | 0 |
| List A | 60 | 58 | 2936 | 2517 | 106 | 5/24 | 5/24 | 23.74 | 5.14 | 27.6 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| T20s | 131 | 130 | 2823 | 3553 | 136 | 5/14 | 5/14 | 26.12 | 7.55 | 20.7 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 1 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 13.00 | 25 | 52.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20Is | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 5.00 | 5 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| FC | 24 | 27 | 4 | 418 | 84 | 18.17 | 672 | 62.20 | 0 | 1 | 42 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| List A | 60 | 41 | 10 | 319 | 48 | 10.29 | 415 | 76.86 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 0 |
| T20s | 131 | 48 | 23 | 241 | 25* | 9.64 | 232 | 103.87 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 7 | 44 | 0 |
Rahul Chahar T20 Stats
Bowling
| Tournament | Teams | Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPL | 4 teams | 79 | 78 | 1670 | 2150 | 75 | 4/27 | 4/27 | 28.66 | 7.72 | 22.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Batting & Fielding
| Tournament | Teams | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s | Ct | St |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPL | 4 teams | 79 | 24 | 8 | 129 | 25* | 8.06 | 124 | 104.03 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 5 | 23 | 0 |
Debut/Last Matches of Rahul Chahar
ODI Matches
Only
Sri Lanka vs India at Colombo (RPS) – July 23, 2021
T20I Matches
Debut
West Indies vs India at Providence – August 06, 2019
Last
Namibia vs India at Dubai (DICS) – November 08, 2021
FC Matches
Debut
Rajasthan vs Odisha at Patiala – November 05 – 08, 2016
Last
Puducherry vs Rajasthan at Jaipur – October 11 – 14, 2024
List A Matches
Debut
Rajasthan vs M. Pradesh at Chennai – February 25, 2017
Last
Sikkim vs Rajasthan at DY Patil – January 05, 2025
T20 Matches
Debut
Supergiant vs Kings XI at Indore – April 08, 2017
Last
SRH vs MI at Wankhede – April 17, 2025
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