Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Fiance: All You Need to Know About Utkarsha Pawar

Chennai Super Kings’ talented batsman Ruturaj Gaikwad is preparing to embark on a new chapter of his life as he is all set to marry his fiance, Utkarsha Pawar, on June 3. As a result, Gaikwad made the decision to skip the World Test Championship final with the Indian team to focus on his upcoming wedding

Utkarsha Pawar’s Background and Cricket Career

Born on October 13, 1998, Utkarsha Pawar hails from Maharashtra and currently represents the state in cricket. Alongside her cricketing pursuits, she is pursuing her education at the Institute of Nutrition and Fitness Sciences (INFS) in Pune. Pawar has been involved in the sport from a young age, starting her cricket journey at the tender age of 11. Known for her versatile skills, she excels as an all-rounder on the field. Recently, the 24-year-old showcased her talents in the Women’s Senior One-Day Trophy, further highlighting her potential.

Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Role as Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Replacement

In light of Gaikwad’s absence from the Indian team for the World Test Championship final, young and promising cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal has been named as his replacement in the reserve squad. Jaiswal has made significant strides in domestic cricket and had a remarkable IPL 2023 season, accumulating an impressive 625 runs in 14 matches. His stellar performance earned him the fifth spot in the IPL Orange Cap race. Renowned former cricketers such as Ravi Shastri and Harbhajan Singh have advocated for Jaiswal’s inclusion in the national team, and his exceptional IPL campaign further strengthens his case for a call-up.

Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Cricket Journey and Performance

Ruturaj Gaikwad, despite experiencing ups and downs in his career, has shown glimpses of his potential. While he had limited opportunities in the Indian team, Gaikwad has made his mark in domestic cricket. He played a solitary ODI match, scoring 19 runs, and has represented India in nine T20Is, amassing 135 runs. Gaikwad’s remarkable performances in the Vijay Hazare Trophy played a pivotal role in Maharashtra’s journey to the competition’s finals. However, they fell short, losing to Saurashtra by five wickets in a closely contested match.