Ravindra Jadeja, known popularly as “Sir Jadeja” is one of India’s most famous all-rounders, celebrated not only for his exceptional cricketing abilities but also for his astonishing fielding and match-winning performances. He was born on December 6, 1988, in Navagam-Khed, Gujarat, and his development from cricket on the domestic circuit to playing a key role for the national team is inspirational. A left-handed batsman and a slow left-arm orthodox spinner, he has made contributions in all forms of the game.
He has been invaluable to both India and his IPL team, Chennai Super Kings, thanks to his phenomenal speed on the field, ability to bowl consistently accurate lines, and the knack for scoring important runs when it matters. Jadeja has delivered countless memorable moments over the years in ICC tournaments, Test matches, and the IPL, and has earned reputation as one of the leading all-rounders of his generation.
Ravindra Jadeja has been extremely consistent in all formats, scoring 3,886 Test runs at an average of 37.73, 2,806 ODI runs at 32.63, and 515 T20I runs at a strike rate of 127.17. In Test cricket, Jadeja’s record includes 27 fifties and five hundreds, and in ODIs, he has struck 13 fifties. Jadeja is known as someone who can score important runs under pressure, and his batting is a tremendous complement to the bowling and exceptional fielding he provides. His all-around game has made him one of India’s most consistent match-winners, and one of India’s real game-changers at the international level.
Test Format Stats
Details
Test
Match
85
Innings
128
Runs
3886
Ball Faced
7037
Highest Score
175
Average
37.73
Strike Rate
55.23
NO
25
Fours
383
Sixes
75
50s
27
100s
5
200s
0
ODIs Format Stats
Details
ODI
Match
204
Innings
137
Runs
2806
Ball Faced
3284
Highest Score
87
Average
32.63
Strike Rate
85.45
NO
51
Fours
205
Sixes
54
50s
13
100s
0
200s
0
T20I Format Stats
Details
T20
Match
74
Innings
41
Runs
515
Ball Faced
405
Highest Score
46
Average
21.46
Strike Rate
127.17
NO
17
Fours
39
Sixes
14
50s
0
100s
0
200s
0
IPL Format Stats
Details
IPL
Match
254
Innings
198
Runs
3260
Ball Faced
2503
Highest Score
77
Average
27.86
Strike Rate
130.25
NO
81
Fours
240
Sixes
117
50s
5
100s
0
200s
0
Ravindra Jadeja’s Bowling Career Stats
Ravindra Jadeja’s bowling statistics speak volumes as he has dominated all formats of the game. As a Test match bowler, he currently has taken 330 wickets at an average of 25.17 in 85 matches, including 15 five-wicket hauls. As an ODI bowler, he has claimed 231 wickets with the best figures of 5/33. He has claimed 54 wickets at an economy rate of 7.13 as a T20I bowler. In the IPL, he has picked up 170 wickets in 254 matches, by far his best spell being 5/16. Ravindra Jadeja has always been known for his accuracy, control and ability to break the partnership and for his ability to win matches with the ball in any format.
Test Format Stats
Details
Test
Match
85
Innings
159
Balls
19326
Runs
8305
Wickets
330
Average
25.17
Economy
2.58
Strike Rate
58.56
Best Bowling Inning
7/42
Best Bowling Match
10/110
5w
15
10w
3
ODIs Format Stats
Details
ODI
Match
204
Innings
196
Balls
10116
Runs
8180
Wickets
231
Average
35.41
Economy
4.85
Strike Rate
43.79
Best Bowling Inning
5/33
Best Bowling Match
5/33
5w
2
10w
0
T20I Format Stats
Details
T20
Match
74
Innings
71
Balls
1356
Runs
1612
Wickets
54
Average
29.85
Economy
7.13
Strike Rate
25.11
Best Bowling Inning
3/15
Best Bowling Match
3/15
5w
0
10w
0
IPL Format Stats
Details
IPL
Match
254
Innings
225
Balls
4056
Runs
5188
Wickets
170
Average
30.52
Economy
7.67
Strike Rate
23.86
Best Bowling Inning
5/16
Best Bowling Match
5/16
5w
1
10w
0
Ravindra Jadeja Jersey Number
Ravindra Jadeja, one of India’s good all-rounders, is known everyone as jersey number 8 in international cricket. The number represents all that is Ravindra Jadeja. Fans associate that number and name Ravindra Jadeja with match-winning performances, quick fielding and playing with a lot of heart. Broader than test whites, ODI blues, or any IPL team, his jersey number 8 is recognized. To a lot of fans, 8 mean being consistent, being professional, and passion. What began years ago with a jersey number has now become meaningful apparel for cricket fans everywhere and in some cases all over the world. In some ways, the number 8 has become a sentiment filled with pride and inspiration.
Ravindra Jadeja’s Career Information
Ravindra Jadeja has had a rich international career across formats with his T20I and ODI debuts happening in 2009 against Sri Lanka, his Test debut in 2012 and IPL debut in 2008. He had his most recent appearances in 2025 in Tests, ODIs, and IPL and has looked superb across his lengthy career.
T20 Debut
vs Sri Lanka, Feb 10 at 2009 at R.Premadasa Stadium
Last T20
vs South Africa, Jun 29 at 2024 at Kensington Oval
Test Debut
vs England, Dec 13 at 2012 at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium
Last Test
vs England, Jul 31 at 2025 at Kennington Oval
Odi Debut
vs Sri Lanka, Feb 08 at 2009 at R.Premadasa Stadium
Last ODI
vs New Zealand, Mar 09 at 2025 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium
IPL Debut
vs Delhi Capitals, Apr 19 at 2008 at Arun Jaitley Stadium
Last IPL
vs Gujarat Titans, May 25 at 2025 at Narendra Modi Stadium
