Rajasthan Royals’ all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja etched his name into T20 history on Friday, becoming the second Indian to reach the rare “double” of 4,000 runs and 200 wickets in the format. The landmark came during RR’s clash with Royal Challengers Bengaluru, where Jadeja finished unbeaten to help his side chase down a target of 203.
Key takeaways
- Jadeja reached the 4,000-run and 200-wicket T20 double in the match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
- He scored an unbeaten 24 off 25 balls (including a four) while RR chased 203.
- Across 350 T20 appearances, Jadeja has 4,016 runs at an average of 26.59 and a strike rate of 130.47.
- He has taken 238 wickets in 350 T20 matches, with best bowling figures of 5/16.
- In the IPL specifically, Jadeja has 3,291 runs from 258 matches and 200 innings and has claimed 173 wickets.
A milestone double in T20 cricket
Ravindra Jadeja is now the second Indian all-rounder to complete the combined tally of 4,000 runs and 200 wickets in T20 cricket. He achieved the milestone in RR’s contest versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru, contributing 24 not out off 25 balls as the chase gathered momentum.
After 350 T20 matches and 254 innings, Jadeja’s batting numbers read 4,016 runs with an average of 26.59 and a strike rate of 130.47. His finishing touches include five half-centuries in the format. With the ball, he has accounted for 238 wickets in those 350 games, carrying an average of 30.70, including three “four-for” hauls and one five-wicket performance. His best bowling spell stands at 5/16.
In terms of overall milestones, this achievement marks the 25th instance of a player reaching the 4,000-run and 200-wicket double in T20 cricket.
Jadeja’s IPL record and the match context
Jadeja’s IPL body of work is equally imposing. In the Indian Premier League, he has amassed 3,291 runs across 258 matches and 200 innings, striking at 129.87 and averaging 28.12. His IPL batting includes five fifties, with his best score being 77 not out.
As a bowler in the league, Jadeja has taken 173 wickets at an average of 30.31. His haul features three four-wicket innings and one five-wicket spell, with his best IPL bowling figures standing at a five-for.
How RR vs RCB unfolded
When Royal Challengers Bengaluru were sent in to bat first, the innings featured a mix of impact contributions and regular wicket-taking. Standout efforts came from captain Rajat Patidar, who struck 63 off 40 balls with four fours and four sixes, while Virat Kohli made 32 off 16 deliveries, including seven boundaries. Venkatesh Iyer added 29 not out from 15 balls, finishing with a four and two sixes. Despite wickets falling at regular intervals, RCB managed to post 201/8.
For RR, the key breakthroughs were shared. Ravi Bishnoi struck for 2/32, Jofra Archer took 2/33 in his three overs, and Brijesh Sharma also contributed with 2/37.
In reply, RR’s chase was driven by two dominant batting displays. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced 78 off 26 balls, smashing eight fours and seven sixes, while Dhruv Jurel remained unbeaten on 81* from 43 balls with eight fours and three sixes. Together, their efforts ensured RR overhauled the target with two overs remaining and six wickets in hand. Jadeja’s unbeaten 24 off 25 balls helped consolidate the chase as it crossed the line.
Form updates for both sides
With the win, RR extended their momentum to four victories in their first four matches. RCB, meanwhile, suffered a setback in their opening game after starting the campaign with two straight wins.
