Male Cricketer
Krishnakumar Dinesh Karthik, born on June 1, 1985, is an Indian cricketer and commentator. He plays for the Indian Cricket Team and is currently with Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League. Karthik also captains the Tamil Nadu cricket team in domestic cricket. He debuted for the Indian team in 2004 and has been a part of the victorious 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy squads.
Karthik's cricket journey began at age 10, following a period of living in Kuwait. He was coached by his father, a former cricketer, and honed his skills through rigorous training. He initially focused on batting but eventually developed wicket-keeping skills, becoming known for his fitness and reflexes.
He rose through the ranks of Tamil Nadu's youth cricket and made his senior debut in the 2000/2001 season. Karthik's cricket career included standout performances, such as his maiden Test century against Bangladesh and being a top scorer for India during their victorious Test tour of England.
Between 2018 and 2020, he captained the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. He also ventured into commentary, working with broadcasters like Sky Sports, providing insights during India's matches against England and other series. He was part of the commentary team for The Hundred and the ICC World Test Championship final.
In a fascinating personal life detail, Karthik's father, also a cricketer, trained him rigorously after facing setbacks due to prioritizing education. Dinesh Karthik's career spans cricket excellence, leadership, and insights into the game as a commentator.