Rovman Powell (born 23 July 1993) is a Jamaican cricketer who plays for the West Indies cricket team and current captain in T20I format.
In December 2018, he captained the West Indies for the first time in a One Day International (ODI) match against Bangladesh. Domestically, he has played for Jamaica, the Combined Campuses and Colleges, and the Jamaica Tallawahs.
In October 2018, Cricket West Indies (CWI) awarded him a white-ball contract for the 2018–19 season. In October 2019, he was named as the captain of Jamaica’s squad for the 2019–20 Regional Super50 tournament. He was the leading run-scorer for Jamaica in the tournament, with 412 runs in eight matches
Quick Facts
Full Name | Rovman Powell |
Date of Birth | July 23, 1993 |
Age | 31 Years (As of 2024) |
Nationality | Jamaican |
Profession | Cricket Player |
Bio/Wiki
Full Name | Rovman Powell |
Nickname | Knight |
Date of Birth | July 23, 1993 |
Age | 30 Years |
Birthplace | Kingston, Jamaica |
Hometown | Jamaica |
House/Residence | Kingston |
Nationality | Jamaican |
Religion | Christianity |
Ethnicity | Black |
Profession | Professional Cricketer |
Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Leo |
Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
Hobbies | Fishing,Travelling |
Autograph/Sign |
Body Measurement
Weight | In Kg – 73 Kg In lbs –165 lbs |
Height | In Ft. –5’ 9’’ In Meter –1.75 In Centimeter – 175 |
Chest | In Inches –40 inch In Cm –101.6 cm |
Waist | In Inches – 32 In Cm –81.28 cm |
Eyes Color | Black |
Hairs Color | Black |
Skin Tone | Black |
Contact Info
Phone No. | Not Available |
Not Disclosed Yet |
About Profession
International Debut | ODI-On 16 November 2016 T20I-On 26 March 2017 |
Clubs/Team(s) | Domestic Jamaica U-19 (2011) Caribbean Premier League: Jamaica Tallawahs Indian Premier League: Kolkata Knight Riders (2017) Delhi Capitals (2024) Others Teams West Indies A (2016) West Indies (2016-Present) |
Jersey Number | #52 |
Position | Middle-Order Batter |
Batting Style | Right-Handed |
Bowling Style | Right Arm Fast Medium |
Strengths | Natural power-hitting talent |
Coach/Mentor | Robert Samuels (Former West Indian player and brother of Marlon Samuels)Floyd Reifer |
Career Turning Point | Powell scored his first century in T20I cricket, with 107 Runs from 53 Balls. |
Achievements
Awards | Man Of The Match Awards |
Honors | Representing West Indies |
Family
Father | Unknown |
Mother | Joan Plumar |
Wife/Spouse | Unknown |
Brothers | Unknown |
Sisters | Shanice |
Relationship & More
Marital Status | Un Married |
Girlfriend | Priya Alexander |
Controversies | N/A |
Education
School | Davis Primary SchoolOld Harbour High School |
College/University | University Of The WestIndies |
Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Favorites:
Favorite Actor | Freeman |
Favorite Actress | Shakira |
Favorite Sports | Football (Soccer) |
Favorite Batsman | Brian Lara |
Favorite Bowler | Jaspirit Bumrah And Yuzvendra Chahal |
Favorite Shot | Pull Shot,Cut Shot |
Favorite Cricket Ground | Sher Bangla Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh |
Favorite Athlete | Cristiano Ronaldo |
Favorite Destination | Niagara Falls |
Favorite Country | Paris |
Favorite Book | Atomic Habits |
Favorite Food | Mutton With Rice |
Favorite Drink | Moscow Mule, Dark Stormy |
Favorite Color | Red |
Favorite Cars Brand | Mercedes 2022 AMG GLE 53 |
Favorite Phone | Samsung |
Favorite Singer | Rihana |
Favorite Pet | Cat |
Style Quotient
Cars Collection | Mercedes 2022 AMG GLE 53 (Bought In August 2022) Hyundai Tuscan |
Bike Collection | None |
Social Media
Official Website | Not Available |
@ravipowell52 | |
Not Available | |
@Ravipowell26 | |
Tiktok | Not Available |
Money Factor
Earning Source | Salary, Match Fees, Brand Endorsement |
Salary (approx.) | Rs 2 Crore Per Year |
Net Worth (approx.) | $2Million |
Some Hidden Facts About Rovman Powell:
- Early Cricket Inspiration: Did you know he started playing cricket at just 3 years old, inspired by his father who was also a cricketer?
- From Humble Beginnings: He honed his skills on makeshift pitches in backyards and streets, demonstrating his natural talent despite limited resources.
- Early Recognition: He caught the eye of talent scouts at a young age, playing for Kingston CC and Jamaica Under-19s.
Beyond the Big Hits:
- Talented All-Rounder: Though recognized for his powerful hitting, he’s also a capable fielder and improving bowler, adding valuable versatility to his game.
- Leadership Potential: He captained the West Indies A team and has shown leadership qualities within the squad.
- Musical Passions: He enjoys reggae music and even played the guitar in his younger days.
Interesting Achievements:
- Fastest Century Record: His maiden ODI century against Bangladesh in 2019 was the fastest by a West Indian batsmen, achieved in just 50 balls.
- First T20I Double Century: He became the first batsman to score a double century in a T20I match, hitting 226 runs against Pakistan in 2023.
- Nickname “Universe Boss”: This nickname reflects his explosive batting style and growing stature in the cricketing world.