FACTS TO KNOW ABOUT KL RAHUL

Comes as a surprise, but the classy batter also works as an Assistant Manager at RBI.

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KL's father, being a huge fan of Sunil Gavaskar, wanted to name his son after the name of Sunil's son. However, he mistook Rohan to be Rahul.

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KL considers Virat to be one of the biggest support in his life. He has also expressed gratitude for Virat and Anushka for their contribution in pulling him out of depression.

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KL holds the record of the fastest 50 in the history of IPL, having scored 50 in just 14 deliveries.

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KL started playing Cricket seriously from the age of 11. He also represented Karnataka at the Under 13, 15, 17 and 19 before entering the Ranji squad.

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