From Cricket Field to Corporate Desk: Siddarth Kaul Joins SBI Post Retirement
Siddharth Kaul, a former Indian pacer and 2008 U19 World Cup winner under Virat Kohli's captaincy, retired after a 17-year cricket career. He joined SBI, marking a career shift. Known for stellar domestic performances, he took 297 wickets in 88 first-class games and 199 in 111 List A matches. His IPL peak included 21 wickets in 2018 for SRH.
From being a teammate of Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli to starting a new chapter as a banker, former pacer Siddharth Kaul’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Kaul, a crucial part of India’s victorious U19 World Cup team in 2008, announced his retirement from cricket after a 17-year career and has joined the State Bank of India (SBI).
Known for his consistent domestic performances, the 34-year-old played 88 first-class matches, taking 297 wickets, and 111 List A games, claiming 199 dismissals. Kaul remains the highest wicket-taker in the Vijay Hazare Trophy with 155 scalps and leads the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy charts with 120 wickets.
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— Siddharthh Kaul (@iamsidkaul) December 3, 2024
Kaul’s IPL career saw him at his best in 2018 with Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he bagged 21 wickets, finishing as the joint second-highest wicket-taker that season. Despite playing only three ODIs and three T20Is for India, he left a lasting mark in domestic and league cricket. His post-retirement move to SBI reflects his versatility and readiness for new challenges. Sharing the news on social media, Kaul’s transition from cricket fields to a corporate environment highlights a unique career trajectory, symbolizing resilience and adaptability.
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