Dinesh Karthik – Biography, Facts & Life Story
Rachel Hickman
Published Jan 18, 2026
| Nickname | DK |
| Gender | Male |
| Age | 38 years old (in 2024) |
| Date of Birth | 1 June 1985 |
| Real Name | Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik |
| Profession | Cricketer (Batsman and Wicket-keeper) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Height, Weight & Physical Stats
| Height | 5 feet 6 inches (1.70 m) |
| Weight | 66 kg (145 lbs) |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hobbies | Playing sudoku and reading |
Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik Education
School: Don Bosco School, Chennai
St. Bede’s Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai
Indian Public School in Salmiya, Kuwait
Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik Career
Profession: Cricketer (Batsman and Wicket-keeper)
Debut:
Test- 3 November 2004 vs Australia in Mumbai
ODI- 5 September 2004 vs England in London
T20- 1 December 2006 vs South Africa in Johannesburg
Family & Relatives
Father: Krishna Kumar (System Analyst)
Mother: Padmini Krishnakumar (IDBI and ONGC)
Brother: 1
Marital Status: Married
Wife: Nikita Vijay (2007–2012)Dipika Pallikal (2015, Squash Player)
Past Relationships:
Nikita Vijay
Dipika Pallikal (Squash Player)
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FAQs
Who is Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik?
Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik is an Indian cricketer (batsman and wicket-keeper), born on 01 June, 1985 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
How old is Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik?
Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik is 38 years old as of February 2024.
How tall is Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik?
Krishna Kumar Dinesh Karthik is 5 feet 6 inches (1.70 m).
