By claiming 600th international wicket, Ravindra Jadeja joined an elite club showcasing his skill with a crucial performance against England. Jadeja’s pivotal 3/26 in 9 overs not only stifled England’s momentum but also highlighted his importance for future contests of India, including the Champions Trophy.
Steve Smith and Joe Root – their names define an era, their wickets are valuables for any bowler. But for star India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, they have simply been regular scalps in his amazing career, Dismiss them once, and it’s a moment to adore. Dismiss them 23 times, and you own them. Only some bowlers can claim to have repeatedly outfoxed both greatest batters of their generation,but Ravindra Jadeja has done it with a mix of cunning, control, and sheer mastery over his craft.
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The partnership between England skipper Jos Buttler Joe Root was brewing into something dangerous, menacing to take England deep into the innings. But Jadeja sensed the moment.He sent down a slippery, darting delivery at over 100 kmph, one that hurried onto Joe Root’s pads before he could react. The appeal was noisy, the umpire’s finger went up, and Root stood there in disbelief. Jadeja had confined his prey for the 12th time.
With this achievement Ravindra Jadeja marched into an elite club, becoming only the fifth Indian to claim 600 international wickets. The great Anil Kumble, Kapil Dev, Harbhajan Singh and R Ashwin now have company – Jadeja has secured his name among India’s finest.
