As the vice-captain of the triumphant Indian team at the 2008 “U/19 Cricket World Cup,” Jadeja showcased his all-round brilliance. He claimed 10 wickets in 6 games at an impressive average of 13, contributing significantly to India’s success in the tournament.
In the historic 4–0 Test series win against Australia, Jadeja’s 24 wickets, including dismissing Australian captain Michael Clarke five times, secured his position as a key all-rounder. His seven-wicket haul in the final Test earned him the “Man of the Match” award.
In the “ICC Champions Trophy” 2013, Jadeja’s 12 wickets, combined with his crucial contributions with bat and ball in the final against England, led to India’s victory. He was honored as the tournament’s highest wicket-taker, earning the “Golden Ball,” and was named in the “Team of the Tournament” by the ICC and ESPNcricinfo.
Ravindra Jadeja’s maiden Test fifty, against England, rescued India with his aggressive innings of 68 runs from 57 balls.
His crucial partnership of 99 runs with Bhuvneshwar Kumar enabled India to set a challenging target of 319 for England, showcasing his value as a lower-order batsman.
Ravindra Jadeja, alongside Ravichandran Ashwin, made history by becoming the first pair of spinners to jointly hold the “No. 1 bowler” ranking in the ICC Test Rankings.
Additionally, Jadeja set a record as the fastest left-arm bowler to claim 150 Test wickets, achieving the feat in just 32 matches.
His IPL journey has been a rollercoaster. He started with a bang, helping Rajasthan Royals win the inaugural season. Nicknamed “Rockstar” by Shane Warne, he impressed with both bat and ball.
After a stint with Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Jadeja found his true home in Chennai Super Kings, and became their most expensive buy in 2012. He’s delivered ever since, with match-winning performances and a memorable last-ball win in the 2023 finals.
His cricketing prowess isn’t his only claim to fame. He’s also a highly sought-after brand ambassador, leveraging his immense popularity to endorse a wide range of products. From sportswear giants like ASICS to finance companies like Kinara Capital, Jadeja’s image is associated with various leading brands.