Ravindra Jadeja Profile
India’s complete all-rounder: a left-arm spinner with 356 Test wickets, a left-handed batter with six Test hundreds and one of the sharpest fielders in the world. This is the complete story of “Sir” Ravindra Jadeja.
By CricketGatha · Updated October 2026 · 9 min read
Ravindra Jadeja Quick Facts
| Full name | Ravindrasinh Anirudhsinh Jadeja |
| Born | 6 December 1988, Navagam-Ghed, Jamnagar, Gujarat (age 37 as of October 2026) |
| Nicknames | Sir Jadeja, Rockstar |
| Role | Bowling all-rounder |
| Batting / bowling | Left-handed / left-arm orthodox spin |
| Jersey number | 8 |
| Domestic team | Saurashtra |
| IPL team | Rajasthan Royals (from 2026, Rs 14 crore; earlier Chennai Super Kings) |
| ODI debut | 2009 v Sri Lanka |
| Test debut | December 2012 v England, Nagpur |
| International formats now | Tests and ODIs (retired from T20Is in June 2024) |
| Family | Wife Rivaba Jadeja |
Early Life and Background
Jadeja was born in Navagam-Ghed, a village near Jamnagar in Saurashtra, to a modest Rajput family. He lost his mother when he was a teenager, and cricket became his focus. He was part of the India Under-19 side that reached the 2006 World Cup final, where he was vice-captain and took three wickets against Pakistan.
In the 2008-09 Ranji Trophy, he took 42 wickets and scored 739 runs for Saurashtra, a season that earned him a place in India’s ODI squad for the tour of Sri Lanka. In 2012, he became the first Indian and only the eighth player in history to score three first-class triple centuries.
Career Timeline
Ravindra Jadeja Career Stats
Batting
| Format | Matches | Runs | Highest | Average | 100s / 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 91 | 4,160 | 175* | 37.81 | 6 / 28 |
| ODI | 212 | 2,905 | 87 | 32.27 | 0 / 13 |
Bowling
| Format | Wickets | Best | Average | Economy | 5-wicket hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 356 | 7/42 | 25.30 | 2.59 | 15 |
| ODI | 234 | 5/33 | 36.78 | 4.90 | 2 |
| T20I | 54 | – | – | – | 0 |
He has taken 50 catches in Tests and 80 in ODIs. In Tests, his best match figures are 10/110 against Australia in Delhi in 2023.
Major Records
Most Test wickets by Indian bowlers
Left-arm leader
The Indian left-arm bowler with the most Test wickets, ahead of Zaheer Khan (311) and Bishan Bedi (266).
4,000 runs and 300 wickets
Only the second Indian after Kapil Dev to score 4,000 Test runs and take 300 Test wickets.
Three first-class triple centuries
The first Indian and eighth player ever to achieve it, all in 2012.
World number one all-rounder
He has spent long spells as the top-ranked all-rounder in Tests.
Greatest Performances
| Performance | Match | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| 7/42 and 10/110 | v Australia, Delhi, Test, 2023 | His best Test figures, in a win that sealed the series lead |
| 175* | v Sri Lanka, Mohali, Test, 2022 | Highest Test score, in an innings win |
| 104 | v West Indies, Ahmedabad, Test, 2025 | Sixth Test hundred |
| 77 | v New Zealand, World Cup semi-final, 2019 | Took India close in a 240-run chase |
| 5/33 | ODI career best | One of his two ODI five-wicket hauls |
| 6 and 4 | CSK v Gujarat Titans, IPL final, 2023 | Last two balls to win the title |
| 102 and 3/40 | Saurashtra v Chhattisgarh, Ranji Trophy, Oct 2026 | Century and three wickets at 37 |
Playing Style and Strengths
- Tight, quick left-arm spin: He bowls fast and flat, giving batters little room, and has a Test economy of just 2.59.
- Lower-order batting: A solid technique and a calm temperament have made him India’s top choice at number seven in Tests.
- World-class fielding: Quick, accurate and fearless, he is among the best fielders of his generation, with direct hits and tricky catches.
- Home conditions: Dry, turning pitches in India bring out his best, though he has also performed overseas.
Jadeja in the IPL
Jadeja made his IPL debut for Rajasthan Royals in 2008 and won the first title with them. After a stint with Kochi Tuskers Kerala in 2011, he joined Chennai Super Kings in 2012 and stayed until 2025, winning titles in 2018, 2021 and 2023. In the 2023 final he hit a six and a four off the last two balls to beat Gujarat Titans. Before IPL 2026 he was traded back to Rajasthan Royals for Rs 14 crore, in the deal that took Sanju Samson to Chennai.
Awards and Honours
ICC titles
Champions Trophy 2013 and 2025, T20 World Cup 2024
Champions Trophy 2013
Golden Ball for the best bowler of the tournament
IPL titles
Rajasthan Royals (2008) and Chennai Super Kings (2018, 2021, 2023)
Junior
Vice-captain of the India team that reached the 2006 Under-19 World Cup final
Latest Form
Jadeja played both Tests in Sri Lanka in August 2026, taking 8 wickets and scoring 65 runs, and played the first two ODIs against the West Indies in September. On 11 October he scored 102 and took 3/40 for Saurashtra against Chhattisgarh in the Ranji Trophy in Rajkot. At 37, his place in India’s ODI side for the 2027 World Cup will depend on selection. India’s next ODI series, against New Zealand, begins on 4 November, with the squad yet to be announced.
See our India ODI squad 2026 profiles and the Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Ravindra Jadeja?
He was born on 6 December 1988, so he is 37 as of October 2026 and turns 38 in December.
How many Test wickets does Jadeja have?
356 wickets in 91 Tests, with a best of 7/42 and 15 five-wicket hauls.
What is Ravindra Jadeja’s highest Test score?
175* against Sri Lanka in Mohali in March 2022.
Which IPL team does Ravindra Jadeja play for?
Rajasthan Royals, after a trade from Chennai Super Kings before IPL 2026.
Has Ravindra Jadeja retired?
He retired from T20Is in June 2024 but still plays Tests, ODIs and the IPL.
Why is Jadeja called Sir Jadeja?
It is a nickname used by fans and teammates in admiration of his all-round abilities.
