Kuldeep Yadav is a talented Indian cricketer and one of the few Chinaman (left-arm wrist) spinners in international cricket. Born on 14 December 1994 in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Kuldeep rose through the ranks with his unique bowling style and sharp variations. He made his debut for India in all three formats in 2017 and quickly made headlines with multiple match-winning performances, including two ODI hat-tricks.
Known for his ability to deceive batsmen with flight and turn, Kuldeep has been a key weapon in India’s bowling attack, especially in limited-overs cricket. He has also impressed in the IPL, playing for Kolkata Knight Riders and currently for Delhi Capitals.
🧑 Personal Information
Field
Details
Full Name
Kuldeep Yadav
Nickname
KD, Kuldi
Date of Birth
14 December 1994
Age (as of 2025)
30 Years
Birthplace
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Zodiac Sign
Sagittarius
Nationality
Indian
Religion
Hinduism
Profession
Cricketer (Bowler)
Batting Style
Left-hand bat
Bowling Style
Left-arm unorthodox spin (Chinaman)
Role
Bowler
📏 Physical Stats
Attribute
Measurement
Height
5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m)
Weight
61 kg (approx.)
Chest
38 inches
Waist
30 inches
Biceps
13 inches
Eye Color
Black
Hair Color
Black
👨👩👧 Family Details
Relation
Name
Father
Ram Singh Yadav (Brick kiln owner)
Mother
Usha Yadav
Siblings
3 Sisters
Marital Status
Unmarried
🎓 Education
Level
Institution
Schooling
Karam Devi Memorial Academy World School, Kanpur
Cricket Academy
Rovers Cricket Club, Kanpur under coach Kapil Pandey
