Ravindra Jadeja is an Indian international all-rounder who represents India in Test and ODI formats and is part of the squad for the South Africa tour of India 2025. A left-arm spinner and aggressive lower-middle-order batter, he usually plays at No. 6–7, providing both control with the ball and stability with the bat. Standing 5’8″ (173 cm) and aged 36, he also played for the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025, adding experience to their all-round unit.
One of his greatest career moments remains his match-winning 175 against Sri Lanka in 2022*, showcasing his ability to dominate with bat, ball, and fielding. Widely regarded as one of the best modern all-rounders, Jadeja continues to be a vital asset for India.
Properties in Ahmedabad and Jamnagar; Cars: Audi Q7, BMW X1, Audi A4, Rolls Royce Wraith, Volvo XC90; Two horses (Ganga and Kesar) at farmhouse in Jamnagar
Jadeja’s wealth stems from multiple revenue streams including his BCCI Grade A+ contract worth ₹7 crore annually, IPL earnings exceeding ₹143 crore in total, and lucrative brand endorsements with companies like ASICS, MRF, BharatPe, My11Circle, and several others. His net worth has grown by over 700% in the last five years, positioning him among India’s wealthiest cricketers.
Teams Played For
Team
Years Active
India (Test)
2012
India (ODI)
2009
India (T20I)
2009 – 2024
Saurashtra (Domestic)
2006
Rajasthan Royals (IPL)
2008-2009
Kochi Tuskers Kerala (IPL)
2011
Chennai Super Kings (IPL)
2012-2015, 2018-2025
Gujarat Lions (IPL)
2016-2017
Rajasthan Royals (IPL)
2026
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
Shardagram School, Navagam Ghed, Gujarat
University
Did not pursue higher education (Focused on cricket after 10th standard)
Complete Career Stats
Batting Career Summary
Format
Matches
Innings
Runs
Highest Score
Average
50s
100s
Test
89
134
4,095
87
38.00
19
0
ODI
205
147
2,838
87
32.00
13
0
T20I
74
41
515
46
21.00
0
0
First-Class
141
200
7,977
331
45.06
43
14
IPL / T20
254
188
3,260
62
25.00
2
0
Bowling Career Summary
Format
Matches
Wickets
Best Bowling
Average
5-Wicket Hauls
Test
89
348
7/31
25.00
12
ODI
205
231
5/33
35.41
2
T20I
74
54
3/15
29.85
0
First-Class
141
561
7/31
24.10
36
IPL / T20
254
170
5/16
29.00
1
Ravindra Jadeja Recent 5 Matches
Batting Form
FORMAT
OPPN.
SCORE
DATE
ODI
RSA
24(27)
03 Dec 2025
ODI
RSA
32(20)
30 Nov 2025
Test
RSA
6(18) & 54(87)
22 Nov 2025
Test
RSA
27(45) & 18(26)
14 Nov 2025
Test
WI
DNB & DNB
10 Oct 2025
Bowling Form
FORMAT
OPPN.
WICKETS
DATE
ODI
RSA
0–41
03 Dec 2025
ODI
RSA
0–66
30 Nov 2025
Test
RSA
2–94 & 4–62
22 Nov 2025
Test
RSA
0–13 & 4–50
14 Nov 2025
Test
WI
3–46 & 1–102
10 Oct 2025
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2008
Vice-captain of India’s U-19 World Cup winning team
2008
IPL champion with Rajasthan Royals (inaugural season)
2012
First Indian to score three first-class triple centuries
2013
ICC Champions Trophy winner; highest wicket-taker with 12 wickets
2013
First Indian since Anil Kumble to top ICC ODI bowling rankings
2018
CSK IPL champion
2019
Fastest left-arm bowler to reach 200 Test wickets
2019
Received Arjuna Award
2021
CSK IPL champion
2021
Ranked No. 1 in ICC Test all-rounders standings
2022
Scored 175* vs Sri Lanka – highest score by No. 7 or lower in Tests
2023
CSK IPL champion; hit winning boundary in final
2024
T20 World Cup winner with India; announced T20I retirement
2024
Second-fastest to 3000 runs and 300 wickets in Test cricket
2025
ICC Champions Trophy winner; hit winning boundary in final
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Competition/Trophy
Significance
2008
ICC U-19 World Cup
Vice-captain; 10 wickets in tournament
2008
IPL Trophy
Rajasthan Royals (inaugural season)
2008-09
Madhavrao Scindia Award
Highest wickets in Ranji Trophy (42 wickets, 739 runs)
2013
ICC Champions Trophy
Highest wicket-taker (12 wickets); Player of the Final
2018, 2021, 2023
IPL Trophy
Chennai Super Kings (3 times)
2019
Arjuna Award
India’s second-highest sporting honor
2024
T20 World Cup
Part of India’s winning squad
2025
ICC Champions Trophy
Hit winning boundary in final
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
Three first-class triple centuries
Only Indian to achieve this feat (314, 303*, 331)
Fastest Indian to 250 Test wickets + 2500 runs
Achieved in February 2023 vs Australia
First to 100 runs, 100 wickets, 100 catches in IPL
Historic IPL milestone
Most runs in an IPL over
36 runs (37 total) off Harshal Patel in 2021
Eighth player in cricket history with three first-class triple centuries
Joining Don Bradman, Brian Lara, WG Grace, and others
Format
Opponent
Date
Runs / Wickets
Venue
ODI
South Africa
Nov 2025
32 runs
Ranchi
Test
South Africa
Nov 2025
6 runs
Guwahati
Test
Australia
Jan 2025
26 runs, 2 wickets
Melbourne
Test
Australia
Dec 2024
77 runs
Brisbane
IPL
Gujarat Titans
May 2025
21 runs
Ahmedabad
Interesting Facts About Ravindra Jadeja
He joined the Nawanagar Cricket Academy in Jamnagar at just 8 years old under coach Mahendrasinh Chauhan, who emphasized fitness and fielding.
Shane Warne nicknamed him “Rockstar” during their time together at Rajasthan Royals in the inaugural IPL season.
MS Dhoni jokingly called him “Sri Sri Pandit Sir Lord Ravindra Jadeja” on Twitter, leading to the popular “Sir Jadeja” moniker among fans.
He is passionate about horses and owns two horses named Ganga and Kesar at his farmhouse in Jamnagar.
Jadeja became the first Indian left-arm spinner to take 150 ODI wickets when he dismissed Sam Billings in 2017.
His sword-wielding celebration after milestones has become one of cricket’s most iconic gestures.
He scored an unbeaten 60 on his ODI debut in 2009, showcasing his batting potential early in his career.
Jadeja was banned from IPL 2010 for not honoring his contract with Rajasthan Royals, but returned stronger in 2011.
In 2012, he became the most expensive player at the IPL auction when Chennai Super Kings bought him for $2 million.
He holds the unique distinction of scoring a fifty, taking 10 wickets, and holding 4 catches in the same Test match (vs England, Chennai 2016).
Born in Navagam Khed, Ravindra Jadeja is 36 years old and stands 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall. His cricket journey through teams like Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings, and the Indian national side reflects remarkable consistency and versatility. As a complete all-rounder who excels in all three departments of the game, Jadeja has cemented his legacy as one of India's greatest match-winners and most reliable performers across formats.
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