Ruturaj Gaikwad Biography: Age, Family, CSK Captaincy and Latest News

 

Quick Facts: Born 31 January 1997 (age 29) · Pune, Maharashtra · Right-hand opener · Chennai Super Kings captain.

Career: Gaikwad led CSK to the IPL 2023 title in his first season as captain, following a breakout 2021 season where he won the Orange Cap. Elegant off the back foot and a fine player of pace, he has also been in and out of India's T20I side, often as an injury replacement or squad player.

Latest News: Gaikwad missed part of IPL 2025 with injury — which opened the door for Ayush Mhatre's fairy-tale CSK debut — but has returned to lead CSK in IPL 2026.