Shreyas Gopal, whose full name is Ramaswamy Shreyas Gopal, is a well-rich Indian cricketer whose played professionally for the country and also plays in the Indian Premier League. As a cricketer, Gopal has established himself within in the circles as an all-rounder who specializes in leg spin. This particular piece is focused on his Shreyas Gopal Age, private life, career endeavors and some unknown information.
Shreyas Gopal Biography
| Full Name | Ramaswamy Shreyas Gopal |
| Nickname | Shrey |
| Profession | Cricketer |
| Date of Birth | 4 September 1993 |
| Age | 31 Years (as of 2024) |
| Birthplace | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Nationality | Indian |
Physical Attributes
| Height | in centimeters – 172 cm in meters – 1.72 m in feet inches – 5’ 8” |
| Weight | in kilograms – 65 kg in pounds – 143 lbs |
| Chest | 40 inches |
| Waist | 32 inches |
| Biceps | 14 inches |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Shreyas Gopal’s Career
Domestic Career
Gopal represented the team of India under 19s and also played at the domestic level for the state of Karnataka. His foray into the world of cricket began in his childhood as he played the role of a right handed batsman along with being a right arm leg break bowler.
Cricket Team Representation
- India Under – 19
- Karnataka Under – 15
- Karnataka
- South Zone
- Mumbai Indians
- Rajasthan Royals
Career Turning Point
On February 2014, while representing Karnataka, Shreyas Gopal became the first player to bag a hat trick in the mahinda irani cup. To Shreyas, this was an enormous achievement, it panned out to be huge for IPL franchises andcaught the attention of the Mumbai Indians which bought him for ₹10 lakh during the IPL auction for 2014.
IPL Journey
- With IPL going on the rise, Gopal was able to secure a deal with the Rajasthan royals for the season of 2018.
- 2024: Acquired by Mumbai Indians for ₹20 lakh during the IPL auction held at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on 19 December 2023.
Shreyas Gopal Education
| School | Frank Anthony Public School, Bengaluru |
| College | Jain University, Bengaluru |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce |
Family Background
| Father | Gopal Ramaswamy (Cricketer and Director) |
| Mother | Amitha Ramaswamy (Volleyball Player) |
| Siblings | N/A |
Marital Status
| Engagement | 11 August 2021 |
| Wife | Nikitha Shiv (Businesswoman) |
| Marriage Date | 24 November 2021 |
Lesser-Known Facts About Shreyas Gopal
- Shreyas Gopal has been the captain of Karnataka in U-13, U-15, U-16 and U-19 matches.
- One of the major influences in Gopal’s life has been legendary Indian spinner Anil Kumble, and he recollects Gopal trying to bowl in Kumble’s actions as a child.
- He took 27 wickets in 6 matches in his debut season in first class (2013-14) with an average of 16.96.
- During 2014-15 Ranji season, He scored 693 runs in 13 matches at an average of 46.20 which included 2 centuries and 3 fifties.
- He is a great lover of novels especially sports biographies , and one of the sports personalities he loves is Raphael Nadal whose autobiography “Rafa: My Story” he cherishes.
Achievements and Recognitions
- He helped Karnataka win the title with 22 wickets at an average of 18.22 in the 2013-14 Ranji Trophy.
- Anil Kumble was one of his favourite cricketers and he was instrumental in this case as he refered Voyager to Mumbai Indians during IPL-7.
- He was the first player in Irani Cup to take a perfect hat trick.
Shreyas Gopal Favorites
| Cricketers | Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble |
| Actor | Aamir Khan |
| Actress | Katrina Kaif |
| Sports | Badminton, Roller Skates |
| Books | “Rafa: My Story” by Rafael Nadal |
Conclusion
Shreyas Gopal is an active player at the age of 31 years old in the IPL and Domestic Cricket. His work ethic along with his poise in pressure situations makes him an exceptional player in Indian Cricket. Fans await his contributions as he has a very promising career ahead.
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