Dinesh Kartik Biography
Dinesh Karthik, born on June 1, 1985, in Chennai, India, is a prominent Indian cricketer known for his versatile batting and wicket-keeping skills. He debuted for the Indian national team in 2004 and has played across all formats. Karthik’s career highlights include key performances in ICC tournaments and his role in India’s T20 World Cup victory in 2007. Beyond international cricket, he has been a significant player in the Indian Premier League (IPL), leading teams like Kolkata Knight Riders. Known for his resilience and adaptability, Karthik continues to be a valuable asset in domestic and franchise cricket.
General Information About Famous Cricketer Dinesh Kartik
Full Name Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik Nickname DK Profession Cricketer Date of Birth June 1, 1985 Current Age 39 years, 5 months, 20 days Wife Dipika Pallikal Nationality Indian
Exploring Dinesh Kartik Personal Journey
Name Dinesh Karthik Birth Name Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik Nick Name DK Height 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm) Figure Athletic Weight 65 kg (143 lbs) Eye Color Dark Brown Hair Color Black Date of Birth June 1, 1985 Religion Hinduism Present Address Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Hometown Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Dinesh Kartik Education
Qualification Institution Bachelor’s Degree Loyola College, Chennai Certification/Courses Institution Diploma in Management Madras Christian College, Chennai Cricket Training Institution/Coach Cricket Coaching MRF Pace Foundation, Chennai
Dinesh Kartik Favorite
Favourite Preference Food South Indian Cuisine Actor/Actress Rajinikanth, Deepika Padukone Musicians A.R. Rahman, Ilaiyaraaja Song Vaseegara (from the movie “Minnale”) Book Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda Hobbies Playing Badminton, Watching Football Films Bahubali, Nayagan, Shawshank Redemption Colour Blue Perfume Givenchy Gentleman Director Mani Ratnam Holiday Destinations Switzerland, Maldives Likes Spending time with family, Travelling
Dinesh Kartik Relationship Journey
Dinesh Kartik Career Journey
Year Team/Club Role 2004 Indian National Cricket Team Wicketkeeper-Batsman 2004–present Tamil Nadu cricket team Wicketkeeper-Batsman 2008–2010 Delhi Daredevils (IPL) Player 2011–2014 Kings XI Punjab (IPL) Player 2012 Mumbai Indians (IPL) Player 2014 Sunrisers Hyderabad (IPL) Player 2015–2017 Royal Challengers Bangalore (IPL) Player 2018–present Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL) Player 2008 Delhi Daredevils (IPL) Captain 2010 Kings XI Punjab (IPL) Captain 2014 Sunrisers Hyderabad (IPL) Captain 2007 India T20 World Cup Squad Player 2018 India Test Squad Player 2019 India Cricket World Cup Squad Player 2020 Indian Premier League (IPL) – Captain of Kolkata Knight Riders Captain
Dinesh Kartik Career Statistics
Format Matches Runs Batting Average Highest Score 100s/50s Catches/Stumpings Tests 26 1,000 25.00 129 1/7 54/5 ODIs 94 1,752 30.20 79* 0/9 84/32 T20Is 32 399 18.13 48* 0/0 29/13 First-class 181 10,659 37.95 213 20/53 492/36 List A 208 6,589 34.77 154* 10/39 263/71 T20s 331 7,248 27.51 97* 0/43 234/53
Dinesh Kartik Income
Net Worth INR 100-120 crores
