Ravindra Jadeja shines in the Test series against West Indies, surpassing Harbhajan Singh with 377 wickets at home. India wins 2-0 as Jadeja claims Player of the Series for the third time.

India’s all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja once again proved his mettle in the Test arena, delivering a stellar performance against the West Indies that earned him the Player of the Series award. Jadeja’s exceptional contributions with both bat and ball helped India secure a comprehensive 2-0 series victory over the visitors.

Jadeja’s Outstanding Performance: Batting and Bowling Masterclass

In the two-match Test series against West Indies, Ravindra Jadeja displayed his all-round capabilities with an unbeaten 104 runs in the only innings he batted. On the bowling front, he took eight crucial wickets across both matches, playing a pivotal role in India’s dominant home performance.

His impressive tally of eight wickets during the series allowed Jadeja to surpass the legendary Harbhajan Singh in the list of Indian bowlers with the most wickets on home soil in international cricket.

Jadeja Ranks Among India’s Greatest Home Wicket-Takers

Ravindra Jadeja has now picked up 377 wickets in 152 home Test matches, placing him third behind only Anil Kumble and Ravichandran Ashwin in the record books. He boasts an outstanding average of 24.02 and a strike rate of 45.9, along with 14 five-wicket hauls and three 10-wicket match hauls.

By comparison, Harbhajan Singh also played 152 home Tests, taking 376 wickets in 199 innings at an average of 30.75. Harbhajan’s career highlights include 20 five-wicket hauls and four 10-wicket match hauls, showcasing his long-standing contribution to Indian cricket.

Ashwin narrowly missed breaking Kumble’s record, finishing with 475 wickets at home from 131 matches, while Kumble leads with 476 wickets in 153 home matches.

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Most Wickets by Indian Bowlers at Home (International Cricket)

Third Player of the Series Award for Jadeja in Test Cricket

This latest award marks Jadeja’s third Player of the Series accolade in Test cricket, all of which he has won on home soil. His previous two Player of the Series titles came against Australia in 2017 and 2023, while this recent achievement came during the 2025 series against the West Indies.

With Ravichandran Ashwin unavailable, Jadeja stepped up to lead India’s bowling attack, delivering match-winning spells and contributing valuable runs. His all-round brilliance made him a deserving recipient of the award, further solidifying his status as one of India’s premier Test all-rounders.

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