Biography
Jadeja hails from a modest background; his father, Anirudhsinh Jadeja, worked as a watchman, and his mother, Lata, was a nurse. Tragically, he lost his mother in an accident in 2005, a loss that nearly led him to quit cricket. However, with support from his family, he persevered. He began his cricketing journey with the Saurashtra Under-14 team and later became the vice-captain of India's Under-19 team that won the 2008 World Cup.
Career Highlights
08
2008•
International Debut
Made his ODI debut against Sri Lanka in Dambulla.
11
2011•
World Cup Glory
Part of India's 2011 Cricket World Cup-winning team.
13
2013•
Fastest Century
Scored fastest ODI century by an Indian (52 balls) against Australia.
16
2016•
IPL Dominance
Scored 973 runs in a single IPL season, a record for most runs in a T20 league season.
18
2018•
Test Series Win
Led India to their first-ever Test series victory in Australia.
Gallery
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Sir Jadeja in action spinning webs and hitting sixes
From sword celebrations to match winning spells Jadeja does it all
That moment when Jadeja changes the game with a direct hit
Cool calm and clutch Jadeja’s all round brilliance on display
Sharp on the field sharper with the ball the rockstar of Indian cricket
Grace grit and greatness Jadeja’s legacy in motion
Personal Information
Full NameRavindrasinh Anirudhsinh Jadeja
BornDecember 5, 1988
BirthplaceNavagam-Khed, Saurashtra, Gujarat, India
TeamsIndia, Chennai Super Kings, Saurashtra, Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Lions
NicknameJaddu, Sir Jadeja, Rockstar
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Major Achievements
First Indian to score 2000+ runs and take 200+ wickets in Tests
Ranked No. 1 Test All-Rounder (ICC Rankings)
Part of India’s 2013 ICC Champions Trophy-winning team
Fastest Indian left-arm spinner to reach 250 Test wickets
Player of the Match – 2023 IPL Final