| Biography/Wiki | |
| Full Name | Ruturaj Dashrath Gaikwad |
| Date of Birth | January 31, 1997 |
| Age | 29 years old |
| Birthplace | Pune, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Professions | Cricketer |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Years Active (TV Career) | 2016 – Present |
| Residence | Pune, Maharashtra, India |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height | 5 feet and 8 inches (173 cm) |
| Weight | 72 kgs |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Skin Tone | Wheatish fair |
| Family | |
| Father | Dashrath Gaikwad |
| Mother | Sawita Gaikwad |
| Siblings | Unnamed Sister |
| Children | None |
| Education | |
| School | St Joseph’s Boys High School (Khadki, Pune) Lakshmibai Nadgude School (Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra) |
| University | Marathwada Mitra Mandal’s Polytechnic (Pune, Maharashtra)_ |
| Qualification | Graduate (Polytechnic) |
| Career | |
| Domestic Cricket Team | Maharashtra |
| IPL Team | Chennai Super Kings |
| IPL Debut | September 22, 2020 (vs Rajasthan Royals) |
| Total IPL Runs | 2,839 runs |
| International Cricket Team | India National Cricket Team |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm off-spin |
| Primary Role | Top Order Batter |
| Jersey Number | 31 |
| T20 International Debut | July 28, 2021 (vs Sri Lanka) |
| Total T20I Runs | 633 runs |
| ODI Debut | October 6, 2022 (vs South Africa) |
| Total ODI Runs | 228 runs |
| Major Achievements | Ruturaj became the captain of Chennai Super Kings in IPL. He won his first IPL Orange Cap on October 15, 2021. He had Indian Captaincy during the last Asian Games Cricket Tournament. Became IPL champion with Chennai Super Kings in 2021. |
| Relationship & More | |
| Wife | Utkarsha Pawar |
| Marriage Date | June 3, 2023 |
| Wedding Venue | Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra |
| Dating Rumours | Sayal Sanjeev (Marathi actress) |
| Favourite Things | |
| Cricketer | Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers and Kane Williamson |
| Actor | Govinda |
| Actress | Katrina Kaif |
| Food | Vada Pav and Maharashtrian cuisine |
| Travel Destination | Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, and Australia |
| Hobbies | Fitness, listening to music, and travelling |
| Car/Bike | |
| Collection | BMW M8 Competition Coupe Audi Q7 Audi Q3 BMW 5 Series Sedan Kia Seltos Jawa 42 Bobber bike |
| Net Worth & Social Media | |
| Estimated Net Worth | INR 36-40 crores |
| Luxury Home | Rituraj lives in an apartment worth INR 8 crores. It is situated in Amar Landmark residential complex, Someshwarwadi, Pune. |
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Lesser-known Facts About Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Ruturaj joined the Dilip Vengsarkar cricket academy when he was around 13 years old.
- Prior to being an IPL star, he played for Maharashtra as an Under-19 player.
- During 2014-15 Cooch Behar Trophy, he made 826 runs in 11 matches.
- Instead of telling him to quit cricket and concentrate on education, his parents supported his dreams.
- At the 2010 Cadence Trophy, he made 63 against Mumbai’s MIG Cricket Club.
- One of his best performances in junior cricket was a score of 306 runs in an invitational match organized by Maharashtra.
- Initially, Chennai Super Kings bought him for ₹20 lakh at his base price.
- In the 2021 edition of IPL, he won the Orange Cap award with 635 runs.
- He was a member of CSK’s winning team in the 2021 IPL.
- The very same 2021 season got him the award of IPL Emerging Player.
- His unbeaten 220 run innings against Uttar Pradesh included 16 sixes.
- Notably, he hit seven sixes in an over in the same Vijay Hazare Trophy game in 2022.
- The 220 run innings of Ruturaj was his first double century in List A cricket.
- His other milestone was when he became the top century scorer in the history of the Vijay Hazare Trophy with his 12th century.
- India appointed him captain for their men’s cricket team for 2022 Asian Games.
- As a captain in Hangzhou, he led the team to win the Asian Games gold medal.
- His unbeaten 123 against Australia is amongst the top individual scores in India’s T20I history.
- His wife, Utkarsha Pawar, is a professional cricketer who has played for Maharashtra and West Zone.
- There were social media rumours about his romance with actress Sayali Sanjeev, which she has outrightly denied.
- For IPL 2026, CSK retained Gaikwad for ₹18 crore.
FAQs on Ruturaj Gaikwad
What is his full name?
He was officially born as Ruturaj Dashrath Gaikwad.
When was he born?
His date of birth is recorded as January 31, 1997.
Where is he from?
Ruturaj hails from Pune, Maharashtra, India.
What is his height?
He is 5 feet and 8 inches tall.
How much does Ruturaj weigh?
His weight is around 72 kilograms.
What is the colour of his eyes and hair?
Ruturaj Gaikwad has black hair and dark brown eyes.
Who are his parents?
They are identified as Dashrath and Sawita Gaikwad.
Which school did he attend?
He is among the alumni of St Joseph’s Boys High School and Lakshmibai Nadgude School.
Where did he pursue higher studies?
Ruturaj studied at Marathwada Mitra Mandal’s Polytechnic College.
When did he play his first match for CSK?
He made his debut in the IPL with Chennai Super Kings on September 22, 2020. It was a 20 overs T20 match against Rajasthan Royals.
How many runs has he accumulated in T20I format so far?
When it comes to international T20 matches, he has a total of 633 runs.
Who is he married to?
The name of his wife is Utkarsha Pawar Gaikwad.
When did his wedding ceremony take place?
He got married specifically on June 3, 2023.
Does he have any kids?
According to public records, Ruturaj doesn’t have any kids yet.
What is Ruturaj Gaikwad’s net worth?
His net worth is between INR 36 crores and INR 40 crores.
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