Ajinkya Rahane Records & Statistics: Career Stats, Test, ODI, IPL & Achievements
Ajinkya Rahane – India’s Dependable Test Match Specialist
Ajinkya Rahane is regarded as one of India’s finest Test batsmen of the modern era. Known for his calm temperament and ability to perform in overseas conditions, Rahane played several match-winning innings for India and famously led the team to a historic Test series victory in Australia in 2020–21.
Player Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ajinkya Madhukar Rahane |
| Born | 6 June 1988 |
| Birth Place | Ashwi-KD, Maharashtra, India |
| Country | India |
| Batting Style | Right-Hand Bat |
| Role | Middle-Order Batsman |
| ODI Debut | vs England, 2011 |
| T20I Debut | vs England, 2011 |
| Test Debut | vs Australia, 2013 |
| International Career | 2011–Present |
Career Statistics
Test Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85+ | 5,000+ | 38+ | 12 | 26 | 188 |
Rahane scored most of his Test runs in challenging overseas conditions and was a key member of India’s golden Test era.
ODI Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 2,962 | 35.26 | 3 | 24 | 111 |
T20 International
| Matches | Runs | Average | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 375 | 20.83 | 1 | 61 |
International Career
| Matches | Runs | Centuries |
|---|---|---|
| 195+ | 8,300+ | 15 |
Major Career Records
Overseas Test Records
Rahane earned a reputation as one of India’s best overseas batsmen.
Test Centuries in SENA Countries
( South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia )
- Century at Lord’s, England 2014
- Century at Melbourne, Australia 2014
- Century at Wellington, New Zealand 2014
- Century at Durban, South Africa 2013
Very few Indian batsmen have scored Test centuries in all major overseas nations.
Historic Captaincy Achievement
Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2020–21
After India’s defeat in Adelaide and the absence of regular captain Virat Kohli, Rahane took charge of the team.
Series Result
| Series | Result |
|---|---|
| India vs Australia (2020–21) | India won 2–1 |
Historic Achievements
- Captained India to a series victory in Australia.
- Led an injury-hit Indian team to one of cricket’s greatest Test triumphs.
- Scored a match-winning century at Melbourne.
Many cricket experts regard this as one of India’s greatest overseas series wins.
Famous Innings
147 at Melbourne (2020)
After India’s lowest Test total of 36 all out in Adelaide, Rahane responded with a captain’s knock.
Scorecard Snapshot
| Runs | Balls | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 112 | 223 | Melbourne |
This innings changed the course of the series and remains one of the finest centuries by an Indian captain overseas.
Lord’s Century (2014)
| Runs | Venue |
|---|---|
| 103 | Lord’s |
Rahane’s century helped India secure a famous Test victory at the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground.
ICC Tournament Achievements
ICC Champions Trophy
Member of India’s squad during major ICC tournaments and contributed in both batting and fielding roles.
ICC World Test Championship
Played an important role in India’s journey to multiple World Test Championship finals.
IPL Records
IPL Career
Ajinkya Rahane is one of the most experienced batters in IPL history, known for his elegant stroke play, consistency, and leadership. He made his IPL debut in 2008 for Mumbai Indians before becoming a key player for Rajasthan Royals, where he established himself as a dependable top-order batter.
Rahane has also represented Rising Pune Supergiant, Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings, and Kolkata Knight Riders. His aggressive transformation during the 2023 season with CSK revived his T20 career, and he later captained KKR. Rahane has played over 200 IPL matches, scoring 5,300+ runs, including 2 centuries and 35+ half-centuries, with a career strike rate of over 125. He remains one of the few Indian batters to have scored more than 5,000 IPL runs while contributing as both a reliable opener and an experienced leader.
Rahane has represented several franchises including:
IPL Highlights
| Matches | Runs |
|---|---|
| 190+ | 4,700+ |
- Among the leading run-scorers in IPL history.
- One IPL century.
- Multiple seasons with 500+ runs.
Awards & Honors
- Arjuna Award
- ICC Test Team selections
- Multiple Man of the Match awards in overseas Test victories
Interesting Facts
Fielding Excellence
- One of India’s safest slip fielders.
- More than 100 international catches.
Overseas Specialist
- Majority of his Test centuries came away from home.
- Among the few Indian batsmen with Test centuries in England, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.
Leadership
- One of the few Indian captains to win a Test series in Australia.
Why Ajinkya Rahane Is Special
Rahane’s greatest strengths include:
- Calm temperament under pressure.
- Success in overseas conditions.
- Excellent slip catching.
- Selfless team-first approach.
- Proven leadership during difficult situations.
His leadership during the 2020–21 Australia tour remains one of the most celebrated chapters in Indian cricket history.
FAQs
How many Test centuries has Ajinkya Rahane scored?
Ajinkya Rahane has scored 12 Test centuries for India.
What is Ajinkya Rahane’s highest Test score?
His highest Test score is 188 against New Zealand.
Why is Ajinkya Rahane famous?
He is famous for his overseas Test performances and captaining India to a historic Test series victory in Australia in 2020–21.
Has Ajinkya Rahane captained India?
Yes, he has captained India in Tests and led the team to a memorable series win in Australia.
Which IPL teams has Ajinkya Rahane played for?
He has represented Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, Rising Pune Supergiant, Delhi Capitals, Chennai Super Kings, and Kolkata Knight Riders.
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