Quick Info
| Profession | International Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 06/06/1988 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Ashwi KD village of Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra, India |
| Role | Batsman |
| Batting Style | Right Handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm medium |
Latest News about Ajinkya Rahane
15/06/2026
Ajinkya Rahane was named in the Indian squad for the upcoming Test series against England, continuing his role as the Vice-Captain of the Test team. His consistent performances in the 2025-26 domestic season and IPL 2026 with Rajasthan Royals have reinforced his position as a key senior batter for India.
22/04/2026
Rahane celebrated his 38th birthday with a special message from the Indian cricket team, highlighting his enduring contribution as 'India's Wall'. The team management praised his leadership during the recent Ranji Trophy campaign where Mumbai secured another title under his captaincy.
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Bio/Wiki
| Ajinkya Madhukar Rahane is an Indian international cricketer who has represented India as a batter across formats. | |
| He has also captained the Indian team in all formats and has played domestic cricket for Mumbai. | |
| Known as 'India's Wall' for his calm demeanor and consistency, he is often compared to Rahul Dravid. | |
| He currently serves as the Vice-Captain of the Indian Test team. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" |
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| Weight | 60 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Qualification | B.Com |
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Personal Life
| Rahane is a devout follower of his family's values and maintains a low-profile personal life. | |
| He started playing cricket at the age of 7 and made his First-Class debut for Mumbai at 17. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
| Wife/Spouse | Radhika Dhopavkar (m. 2014-present) |
| Children | Aryan Rahane (son), Aanya Rahane (daughter) |
Family
| Father | Madhukar Baburao Rahane |
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| Mother | Sujata Rahane |
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| Spouse | Radhika Dhopavkar (m. 2014-present) |
| Children | Aryan Rahane (son), Aanya Rahane (daughter) |
Career
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| Jersey Number | #27- India #3- Rajasthan Royals | ||||||||||||
| Domestic/State Team | Mumbai | ||||||||||||
| IPL Team | Mumbai Indians (2008 to 2010) Rajasthan Royals (2011-2022) Chennai Super Kings (2023-2024) Rajasthan Royals (2025-present) | ||||||||||||
| Nature on field | Calm | ||||||||||||
| Favourite shots | Cover drive | ||||||||||||
| Career Turning Point | His outstanding performance in Border-Gavaskar (Aus Vs Ind) 2014-2015, many experts have started comparing him to India's wall Rahul Dravid. | ||||||||||||
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Favourites
| Actor | Aamir Khan |
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Style Quotient
| Car Collection | Audi Q5 worth Rs. 65 lakhs | Volvo XC60 worth Rs. 64 lakhs | BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo worth Rs. 70 lakh | Range Rover Velar worth Rs. 85 lakhs | Mercedes Maybach GLS 600 worth Rs. 3.5 crore (bought in February 2024) |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/ajinkyarahane/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/AjinkyaRahaneOfficial | |
| https://twitter.com/AjinkyaRahane |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Ajinkya Rahane does not smoke. | |
| 2. He comes from a lower middle-class family and initially trained at a small coaching center due to financial limitations. | |
| 3. Rahane holds a black belt in karate. | |
| 4. He married Radhika Dhopavkar, his longtime girlfriend, in 2014. | |
| 5. Rahane dreams of owning a Lamborghini and an Aston Martin. | |
| 6. In the 2023 IPL, he made a remarkable comeback with impressive performances for the Chennai Super Kings after struggling with low averages in the previous three seasons. | |
| 7. He scored 1089 runs in a single Ranji season, instrumental in Mumbai's 38th Ranji Trophy title. | |
| 8. He captained Mumbai to their record 42nd Ranji Trophy title in the 2023-24 season. | |
| 9. He is known for his humility and often credits his family and coaches for his success. |