Ravindra Jadeja - Profile, career and stats

Ravindra Jadeja, an international player who represents India in all formats, is often regarded as one of the best all-rounders of his generation. He is popular because of his sharp fielding skills.

There have been seven instances where an Indian player has taken 5 wickets and scored a century in the same Test innings, two of them have been achieved by Ravindra Jadeja.

Jadeja was also the leading wicket-taker of the ICC Champions Trophy 2013 with 12 wickets and was awarded the Player of the Match in the Final match which India won.

What is Ravindra Jadeja’s full name?

Ravindrasinh Anirudhsinh Jadeja.

Where and when was Ravindra Jadeja born?

Jadeja was born on 6 December 1988 in Navagam Ghed, Gujarat, India

 

When did Jadeja make his international debut?

Jadeja made his ODI and T20I debut against Sri Lanka in 2009 and in 2012 he debuted for the Indian Test team against England.

Which actor does Ravindra Jadeja wants to play him in a movie?

Emraan Hashmi

Which is more satisfying for Jadeja, a Test five-for or a hundred?

A Test hundred.

Which cricketer Ravindra Jadeja grew up idolising?

Jadeja grew up idolising Yuvraj Singh.

Which position on field does Jadeja prefers to field at?

Point

If Jadeja had not been a cricketer, which career would he have chosen?

Jadeja would have chosen to be a horse rider.

Which superpower would Jadeja like to have?

Jadeja would like to read the thoughts of people.

Which player from Jadeja’s Under-19 team he is still in contact with?

Virat Kohli and Saurabh Tiwary.

Who is Ravindra Jadeja’s favourite fielder in international cricket?

Jonty Rhodes.

What would Jadeja name his T20 franchise team?

Jamnagar Royals

Which league other than IPL does Jadeja like?

Big Bash Cricket League.

Which Olympic sport would Jadeja like to play?

Jadeja would like to run a marathon.

Which food is Jadeja’s favourite?

Jadeja prefers home food, if not home food then Punjabi Daal Makhni.

What is Ravindra Jadeja’s favourite hobby?

Horse Riding and driving fast cars.

What is the nickname of Ravindra Jadeja?

Ravindra Jadeja is nicknamed Jaddu or Sir Jadeja by his teammates.

What is the jersey number of Ravindra Jadeja?

Ravindra Jadeja wears number 8 at the back of his jersey.

Who is the wife of Ravindra Jadeja?

Ravindra Jadeja married an Indian Politician named Rivaba Solanki (now Rivaba Jadeja). The couple married in 2016 and have a daughter named Nidhyana.