By Moneycontrol Sports Desk | July 15, 2025
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Ravindra Jadeja’s journey through English conditions is a tale of transformation—from a flashy all-rounder to a senior statesman of Indian cricket.
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It was 2013 when England first witnessed Jadeja’s fire. Since then, he’s returned again and again, leaving behind moments both magical and bittersweet.
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Whether with the ball, bat, or even during a heated exchange, Jadeja has always been in the spotlight. Here’s how England became a defining backdrop in his career.
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Jadeja lit up the 2013 Champions Trophy in England, emerging as the tournament’s top wicket-taker with 12 scalps in just five matches.
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During the 2014 Test series, Jadeja found himself in the headlines not for his game, but a fiery altercation with England’s James Anderson.
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In the 2019 World Cup, commentator Sanjay Manjrekar labelled Jadeja a “bits and pieces” cricketer. Jadeja let his performance do the talking—delivering with both bat and ball.
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Now a senior statesman, Jadeja quietly defied the norm in the 2025 tour. Skipping the team routine, he arrived solo at Edgbaston on Day 2 for extra batting practice—and it paid off.
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In a heart-wrenching final act at Lord’s, Jadeja stood tall while wickets tumbled around him. He battled for over 4 hours to score 61, almost taking India home.