Ravindra Jadeja is considered by many to be the most dynamic fielder in the game and is a key player for the Chennai Super Kings. He has left a lasting impact with his exceptional fielding and remarkable catches in several seasons.
Fielding is one aspect of cricket that can be controlled by any team and is especially critical in T20s and the IPL, where each run and catch can make a significant difference. A spectacular display of fielding has been known to turn the tide of an IPL match, which is why having exceptional fielders on a team is essential.
Let’s take a look at three incredible catches by Jadeja in the IPL.
Against Mumbai Indians, 2023
Ravindra Jadeja’s exceptional athleticism makes him stand out as one of the most natural athletes in the current Indian cricket team. During a recent match between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, his lightning-fast reflexes were on full display when he took an incredible catch to dismiss the explosive Cameron Green.
The momentous catch occurred in the ninth over of Mumbai Indians’ innings, where Jadeja secured his second wicket of the match. Green, who was bought for a whopping Rs. 17.5 crores in the IPL auction, hit a powerful lofted shot toward Jadeja. The left-arm spinner initially tried to dodge the ball but quickly extended his hands and pulled off a remarkable catch, sending Green back to the dressing room.
Against Punjab Kings, 2021
Once again, Ravindra Jadeja proved why he is regarded as one of the best fielders in the world of cricket. During a match against Punjab Kings in 2021, he demonstrated his incredible ability to execute run-outs with a magnificent throw that resulted in the dismissal of KL Rahul.
In the third over of the game, Punjab’s Chris Gayle hit the ball toward the backward point and hesitated while attempting a single. Rahul, at the non-striker’s end, responded and sprinted toward the striker’s end, but Jadeja’s precise throw left him stranded.
But Jadeja’s brilliance did not end there. He went on to take a spectacular catch to dismiss Chris Gayle. Gayle played a powerful shot toward the point, and Jadeja managed to grab the ball with one hand while landing on his elbows, showcasing his exceptional athleticism and reflexes.
Against Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2019
During an IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2019, Ravindra Jadeja’s exceptional athleticism was put on full display. Fielding at the mid-wicket boundary on the leg side, Jadeja always takes the hot spots in the field.
Harbhajan Singh bowled a short delivery and AB de Villiers attempted to pull it away toward deep mid-wicket. However, the timing was off, and Ravindra Jadeja sprang into action, sprinting forward before diving to grab an absolutely stunning catch and dismiss the South African.
RCB struggled on a difficult pitch and was bowled out for a paltry 70. CSK, who chased down the total with relative ease, won the match by seven wickets with 14 balls to spare.