About Ruturaj Gaikwad
Ruturaj Gaikwad is one of India’s most elegant top-order batters and the captain of Chennai Super Kings. Born in Pune in 1997, the son of a DRDO employee and a schoolteacher, he is known for classical timing, calm temperament and a quiet, humble personality. He has become a firm favourite with CSK fans and a respected leader in domestic cricket.
Career highlights
Ruturaj made his T20I debut against Sri Lanka in July 2021 and his ODI debut in October 2022. He captained the Indian team that won gold at the 2022 Asian Games. In domestic cricket he captains Maharashtra in white-ball formats and holds the records for the most centuries in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the fastest List A century for Maharashtra.
In the IPL he won titles with Chennai Super Kings in 2021 and 2023. In 2021 he was the season’s leading run-scorer and Emerging Player of the Year, and he was later chosen as CSK captain, taking over from MS Dhoni.
Ruturaj is admired for his calm, unflustered batting and for leading by example rather than through words. Teammates and coaches often describe him as level-headed and hard-working, and he is seen as one of the natural leaders of the next generation. His success in both domestic and franchise cricket has made him a fixture in conversations about India’s future batting line-up, while his humble, family-focused background gives him a relatable story that appeals to parents and young fans alike.
Why brands work with Ruturaj Gaikwad
Ruturaj appeals to two big audiences: Maharashtra, especially Pune, where he is a local hero, and Tamil Nadu, where CSK fans are fiercely loyal. His humble, family-oriented background and calm leadership give him a trustworthy image that suits education, finance and family brands.
Campaigns that suit Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Education and career-focused platforms
- Banking, insurance and fintech
- Sportswear, fitness and nutrition
- Regional campaigns in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu
- Youth cricket clinics and fan events
Planning a campaign with Ruturaj
Ruturaj’s schedule follows domestic cricket, the IPL and India selection. Marathi versions suit Maharashtra, and Tamil adaptations reach CSK fans. Calm, sincere creative fits his personality better than loud scripts. Check for sponsor conflicts with his teams.
Booking Ruturaj Gaikwad through CelebrityHai
Share your brand, deliverables, dates, city and budget range. CelebrityHai checks interest and availability with Ruturaj’s team and manages negotiation, contracts and coordination.
Quick answers
Is Ruturaj Gaikwad popular in Tamil Nadu? Yes, as CSK captain he has a huge following there.
Can he shoot Marathi content? Yes, he speaks Marathi, Hindi and English.
What has he won? Asian Games gold as captain in 2022 and two IPL titles with CSK.
Is he suitable for long-term brand partnerships? Yes. As a young captain with many years ahead of him, he is a strong option for associations that grow over time. Regular, steady performances also make him a dependable long-term face for a brand.
How is Ruturaj Gaikwad’s fee decided? Fees are not published. They depend on the deliverables, shoot or appearance days, usage rights, platforms, territories, campaign length and any category exclusivity, and they are confirmed with Ruturaj’s team for each brief.
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; Ruturaj Gaikwad’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
