History of Rahul Tripathi in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 11, 2025

Rahul Tripathi is an Indian international cricketer. He made his debut for the Indian national team in January 2023 in a match against Sri Lanka. Domestically, he represents Maharashtra. He also plays in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Chennai Super Kings.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 1991: Rahul Tripathi's Birth

On 2 March 1991, Rahul Tripathi was born in Ranchi, Jharkhand, to Ajay Tripathi and Suchitra Tripathi.

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September 2003: Enrolled in Pune's Deccan Gymkhana

In September 2003, Rahul Tripathi enrolled in Pune's Deccan Gymkhana, where he began training under Kedar Joglekar and Hemant Athalye, marking a significant step in his cricket development.

2014: BCCI Award for Best U-25 Cricketer

In 2014, Rahul Tripathi earned the BCCI award for Best U-25 Cricketer, which paved the way for his rise in first-class cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL).

February 2017: Bought by Rising Pune Supergiants

In February 2017, Rahul Tripathi was bought by the Rising Pune Supergiants team for the 2017 Indian Premier League (IPL).

January 2018: Bought by Rajasthan Royals

In January 2018, Rahul Tripathi was bought by the Rajasthan Royals in the 2018 IPL auction.

2018: Leading Run-Scorer for Maharashtra

In 2018, Rahul Tripathi was the leading run-scorer for Maharashtra in the 2018–19 Ranji Trophy, with 504 runs in eight matches.

2020: Bought by Kolkata Knight Riders

In 2020, Rahul Tripathi was bought by the Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of the 2020 Indian Premier League.

February 2022: Bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad

In February 2022, Rahul Tripathi was bought by the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2022 IPL Auction, where he had his best IPL season till then.

June 2022: Named in India's T20I squad

In June 2022, Rahul Tripathi was named in India's Twenty20 International (T20I) squad for their two-match series against Ireland.

December 2022: Selected to play for India in T20I series against Sri Lanka

In December 2022, Rahul Tripathi was selected to play for India in the T20I series against Sri Lanka.

January 2023: Debut for Indian Cricket Team

In January 2023, Rahul Tripathi made his debut for the Indian cricket team against Sri Lanka, marking his entry into international cricket.

January 2023: Twenty20 International debut for India

On 5 January 2023, Rahul Tripathi made his Twenty20 International debut for India at the age of 31 against Sri Lanka in the second match of the series at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. He was dismissed for 5 runs in his debut innings.