IPL 2026: Ravindra Jadeja decodes ‘calculating overs’ tactic in RR’s win over LSG
Rajasthan Royals secure their fifth IPL 2026 win over Lucknow Super Giants, with Ravindra Jadeja explaining his calculated late assault and tactical approach.
Rajasthan Royals secure their fifth IPL 2026 win over Lucknow Super Giants, with Ravindra Jadeja explaining his calculated late assault and tactical approach.
Jadeja, who returned to the Royals in a high-profile trade that also saw Sam Curran join RR and Sanju Samson head the other way, admitted the change after 12–13 years with CSK was not easy to process.
Sharing pictures from the interaction on social media, Jadeja expressed his admiration for the Prime Minister. “An absolute privilege and honour to meet and interact with Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi sir. His clarity of thought, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence are deeply inspiring. A privilege to learn from such leadership,” Jadeja wrote on X.
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New Zealand sealed their first-ever bilateral ODI series win in India after eight attempts, ending a wait of 37 years. The result came just over 16 months after their Test team had stunned India with a 3-0 whitewash at home in 2024.
On Saturday, Ravindra Jadeja produced a masterclass in spin bowling to seize control for the home side on a dramatic second day, returning figures of 4 for 29 as South Africa crashed to 93 for 7 in 35 overs at stumps.
Jadeja achieved this milestone during the second day of the first Test against South Africa in Kolkata, ending the first session at 11*, which was enough to take him to the milestone.
Despite speculation over whether Jurel would retain his spot following Pant’s return from a fractured right foot, his consistency with the bat has ensured his place in the side.
According to a Cricbuzz report, the seasoned all-rounder, who was not included in India’s ODI squad currently touring Australia, has made himself available for Saurashtra to stay match-ready ahead of the Test series against South Africa at home next month.
Shubman Gill took over from where overnight centurion Yashasvi Jaiswal left off, leading India’s charge with his 10th Test hundred to propel the hosts to a commanding 518 for 5 declared on Day 2 of the second and final Test against the West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Saturday.
