Krishnappa Gowtham (Cricketer) Wiki, Age, Height, Weight, Wife, Biography, Family, Career, Cast, IPL Price, Bowling, Net Worth & More
Krishnappa Gowtham is a hard-working youngster who belongs to Bangalore, Karnataka. He is an Indian all-rounder cricketer. He made his first-class debut with the Zonal Twenty20 tournament where he became the highest wicket-taker. He played for Karnataka in Ranji Trophy 2012. He played exceptionally in the 2016-17 Ranji trophy where he picked up five wickets haul for two back-to-back matches.
He became the most expensive uncapped player in the history of Indian premier league. He was picked up by Chennai Super Kings for 9.25 crore after having a bidding fight with Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians.
Bio
| Real Name | Krishnappa Gowtham |
| Nickname | Krishna |
| Profession | Indian cricketer |
| Date of Birth | 20 October 1988 |
| Age (as in 2021) | 32 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Birth Place | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| Family | Father: not known Mother: not known Sister: not known |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Cast | Not Known |
| Home Town | Bangalore, Karnataka |
Birth and Early life
Krishnappa was born on 20 October 1988 in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. He never wanted to become a cricketer as a child, he was a part of NCC Air Wing camp and dreamt of becoming an AirForce pilot.
Although this dream didn’t last long as he saw his friends playing cricket, he got fascinated by the equipment and changed his goal.
Education & More
| School | not known |
| College | not known |
| Qualification | not known |
| Awards | not known |
Career
- Domestic Career
Krishnappa Gowtham made his first-class debut in the cricket world in the under 15 Zonal Tournament for Karnataka against Uttar Pradesh. He made his T20 debut for Karnataka against Goa in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, on October 16, 2011. Krishnappa didn’t do well in this match, but in 2012 he won his Ranji trophy and performed well.
He made his List A debut against Jharkhand, in February 2017 in Vijay Hazare Trophy.
- International Career
On Day 10 June 2021, BCCI announced India’s 19 men’s squad for ODI & T20I series against Sri Lanka, In this, Indian Team Squad Krishnappa was selected. But he was not selected in the first two ODI matches of the Indian team but in the end, he played the last match of the ODI series. He made his One Day International debut on July 23, 2021, against Sri Lanka, In his debut match, he took 1 wicket in 8 over and but he bowled very well.
Cricket
| Playing Style | All-rounder |
| International Debut | Test: Not Yet ODIs: July 23, 2021, against Sri Lanka, Colombo T20i: Not Yet |
| Debut Matches | First-class Debut in 2012 against Uttar Pradesh List-A on 2017 T20- 2011 IPL, 2018 |
| Teams | Karnataka Malnad Gladiators Mumbai Indians Rajasthan Royals Chennai Super Kings |
| Batting Style | Right Handed Batsman |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm off-break |
| Jersey no. | 18 |
| Best Record | He took 18 wickets in three matches of the 2016 Ranji trophy |
| Coach/ Mentor | Not available |
IPL
He was bought by Mumbai Indians in the year 2017 for 2 crores, but he didn’t get to perform. He made his IPL debut in 2018 for Rajasthan royals against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Krishnappa was bought by Rajasthan royals at 6.2 crores.
In IPL 2021 auction he was bought by Chennai Super Kings for a whopping Rs. 9.25 crore.
| IPL Debut Match | 2018 |
| Year of Played Matches and Teams | Mumbai Indians (2017) Rajasthan Royals (2018) Punjab Kings (2019-20) Chennai Super Kings (2021) |
| Record | In IPL 2021 Auction, He became the most expensive uncapped Indian player in IPL history |
| IPL Price | Rs. 9.25 crore |
Personal Life & More
He is a huge fan of Harbajan Singh. He married Archana Sundar in 2019.
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife Name | Archana Sundar |
| Children | Not Available |
| Girlfriends | Not Available |
| Net worth | $2.2 million |
| Salary | INR 6.2 crores(IPL) |
Physical Status & More
| Height (approx.) | 5-9”(In Feet) |
| Weight (approx.) | 65kg |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hobbies | Traveling |
Some Important Facts About Krishnappa Gowtham
- Krishnappa Gowtham was born in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
- He initially wanted to become an Air Force pilot but later changed his mind.
- In 2021 he was named as the net player in India’s test series against England.
- He loves traveling and is an ardent fan of Harbajan Singh, he likes to imitate him while bowling.
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