Rahul Chahar Biography: Age, Height, Stats, Net Worth, Family

Who is Rahul Chahar?

Rahul Chahar is an Indian cricketer who represents India in international cricket and plays for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League 2026.

He is a right-hand batsman and leg-break googly bowler known for his street-smart bowling and well-disguised variations.

Chahar is among India’s most skillful leg-spinners, having taken 142 wickets in T20 cricket and holding multiple records including 8 wickets for 51 runs in first-class cricket. He wears jersey number 1 for India.

Early Life and Background

He was born on August 4, 1999, in Bharatpur, Rajasthan. His birth place is Bharatpur district, a historic city known for its wildlife sanctuary and rich heritage.

His hometown is Bharatpur, Rajasthan, where his cricketing foundation was built through local clubs and academy training. Later, his Guardians shifted their base to Jaipur for better cricket opportunities.

His father Desraj Singh Chahar and mother Usha Chahar supported his cricket journey from childhood. He shares a close bond with his cousin brother Deepak Chahar, who also plays for India, and cousin sister Malti Chahar.

Regarding Rahul Chahar relationships, he dated fashion designer Ishani Johar for several years. He married Ishani Johar on March 9, 2022, in a beautiful ceremony attended by parents and cricket fraternity.

His wife has been supportive throughout his cricket career. There’s no gf after marriage as he’s committed to life. Cast is Jatt, practicing Hinduism, and house is in Jaipur, Rajasthan.

Rahul Chahar Biography

Details	Information
Full Name	Rahul Desraj Chahar
Occupation	Bowler (Leg-spinner)
Place	Bharatpur, Rajasthan
Hometown	Bharatpur/Jaipur, Rajasthan
Birthday (Date of Birth)	August 4, 1999
Age	26 years
Height	5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
Weight	73 Kgs.
Father	Desraj Singh Chahar
Mother	Usha Chahar
Brother	Deepak Chahar (cousin)
Sister	Malti Chahar (cousin)
Gf	Ishani Johar (before marriage)
Wife	Ishani Johar
Religion/Cast	Hindu (Jatt)
House	Jaipur, Rajasthan
IPL Team	Chennai Super Kings
IPL Price 2026	₹5.20 crore
Net Worth	₹30 crore

Professional Cricket Career

Rahul Chahar cricket journey started through Rajasthan’s age-group system, playing for Under-16s, Under-19s, and Under-22s teams before breaking into the senior Rajasthan side. His leg-spin variations caught attention early.

Chahar Test statistics remain non-existent as he hasn’t played Test cricket yet, though his first-class career shows impressive numbers with 101 wickets in 27 matches at 27.37 average, including eight five-wicket hauls and one ten-wicket match haul.

His ODI journey includes just one match against Sri Lanka on July 23, 2021, at Colombo. He took 3 ODI wickets for 54 runs and scored 13 runs, showing promise despite limited opportunities.

His T20I debut came against West Indies on August 6, 2019, at Providence Stadium. In 6 matches, he captured 7 T20 wickets with best figures of 3/15, establishing himself as a wicket-taking option.

Recent news on December 16, 2025, includes his performance of 0/58 bowling figures for Rajasthan against Mumbai in SMAT, continuing his domestic cricket journey.

IPL Career

Rising Pune Supergiant selected him for the 2017 season.

Dates joined RPS in 2017, making his debut against Kings XI Punjab at Indore on April 8, 2017. However, opportunities were limited that season.

Mumbai Indians recognized his talent and bought him in January 2018. Dates joined MI in 2018, where his career flourished significantly. He became crucial for MI’s success, taking 28 wickets combined in their 2019 and 2020 title-winning campaigns.

His 2019 season produced 13 wickets, while 2020 saw 15 wickets, making him MI’s premier spinner. After three successful seasons, Punjab Kings bought him in 2022, but his three years there saw reduced impact.

Dates joined Chennai Super Kings for Indian Premier League 2026 after CSK bought him for ₹5.20 crore at the mega auction.

His ipl team 2026 values his experience and leg-spin variations. The ipl price reflects confidence in his ability to control middle overs at Chepauk’s spin-friendly conditions.

Rahul Chahar Stats

Domestic & International Stats

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
ODIs	1	1	60	54	3	3/54	3/54	18.00	5.40	20.0	0	0	0
T20Is	6	6	132	167	7	3/15	3/15	23.85	7.59	18.8	0	0	0
FC	27	46	4475	2765	101	8/51	10/118	27.37	3.70	44.3	6	8	1
List A	60	58	2936	2517	106	5/24	5/24	23.74	5.14	27.6	2	4	0
T20s	140	139	3003	3846	142	5/14	5/14	27.08	7.68	21.1	1	1	0

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
ODIs	1	1	0	13	13	13.00	25	52.00	0	0	0	0	0	0
T20Is	6	1	0	5	5	5.00	5	100.00	0	0	1	0	3	0
FC	27	30	4	455	84	17.50	740	61.48	0	1	46	15	5	0
List A	60	41	10	319	48	10.29	415	76.86	0	0	13	15	18	0
T20s	140	51	23	264	25*	9.42	249	106.02	0	0	23	9	47	0

IPL Stats

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
IPL	79	78	1670	2150	75	4/27	4/27	28.66	7.72	22.2	1	0	0

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
IPL	79	24	8	129	25*	8.06	124	104.03	0	0	13	5	23	0

Chahar career stats showcase consistent wicket-taking ability. Career Statics prove his effectiveness as a leg-spinner who attacks stumps with subtle variations.

Records and Achievements

Multiple achievements highlight his career:

• Best bowling figures of 8/51 in first-class cricket
• Ten-wicket match haul (10/118) in first-class cricket
• Eight five-wicket hauls in first-class matches
• Key player in Mumbai Indians’ 2019 and 2020 IPL titles
• 28 wickets combined in two championship seasons
• Four five-wicket hauls in List A cricket
• Youngest Rajasthan player to achieve multiple milestones

These records demonstrate his impact as a reliable wicket-taker across formats.

Playing Style

Chahar is 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm), giving him good balance for consistent line and length. His leg-spin bowling includes well-disguised googly and slider, making him difficult to read.

His bowling speed is quicker than traditional leg-spinners, attacking the stumps consistently. Jersey number 1 represents India’s national team.

Which state he represents is Rajasthan in domestic cricket. Mother tongue is Hindi, widely spoken in Rajasthan region.

Rahul Chahar Net Worth

His net worth is estimated at ₹30 crore (2025). Income sources include his ipl price from Chennai Super Kings at ₹5.20 crore for IPL 2026, previous earnings from Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, BCCI central contracts when selected, domestic cricket fees from Rajasthan, and endorsements.

The net worth accumulated through multiple seasons in the tournament. His peak earning years with Mumbai Indians, where he earned around ₹1.9 crore annually, established his financial foundation before subsequent contracts increased his market value.

Family and Personal Life

His parents Desraj Singh Chahar and Usha Chahar provided unwavering support from his early days.

His father recognized his talent early and ensured proper coaching facilities. Religion is Hinduism, which the family practices traditionally.

Growing up in Bharatpur, he developed his skills alongside cousin Deepak Chahar, who also became an international cricketer.

He married fashion designer Ishani Johar on March 9, 2022, after years of courtship.

The wedding was a grand affair with teammates and other celebrating. She manages her fashion business while supporting his cricket commitments, maintaining a balanced relationship.

Team India Prospects

He represented India in limited-overs formats during 2019-2021. His debut against West Indies marked his international arrival, though consistent opportunities remained limited due to competition from other spinners.
His ODI experience includes just one match, while T20Is saw six appearances.

Despite limited chances, he impressed whenever selected, showing his ability to pick wickets in middle overs with clever variations and attacking mindset.

Social Media Profile

Platform	Handle
Instagram	@rdchahar1
X (Twitter)	@rdchahar1
Facebook	Rahul Chahar

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