Kuldeep Yadav is a left-arm chinaman bowler for India. The left-handed batter has accumulated 669 runs across his ODI career.
A specialist in wrist spin, Yadav operates as a chinaman - a left-armer's equivalent of leg-spin, turning the ball away from right-handed batsmen. This variation makes him a distinct threat in limited-overs cricket, where his control and ability to extract turn on varied surfaces have made him a regular selection in India's white-ball squads.
His value extends beyond bowling figures. As a lower-order left-hander, Yadav has contributed runs when needed, though his primary role remains taking wickets in the middle overs. The combination of technical skill and adaptability has established him as a key part of India's bowling attack in one-day cricket.
Yadav's career reflects India's investment in specialist spinners capable of operating across all three formats. His left-arm chinaman remains relatively uncommon at international level, giving India a tactical edge in match situations where conventional spin options might be predictable.
