Ravindra Jadeja Becomes 4th Cricketer in History to Achieve This

In a historic moment for Indian cricket, Ravindra Jadeja has become only the fourth player in Test cricket history to achieve the rare double of 4000 runs and 300 wickets. The feat places him alongside legends like Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, and Daniel Vettori, reaffirming his legacy as one of the game’s greatest all-rounders. The 36-year-old all-rounder accomplished this landmark during the India vs South Africa Test match at Eden Gardens, Kolkata on November 15, 2025, marking his 88th Test appearance for India.

Jadeja’s Historic Milestone

Key Stats

• Total Runs in Tests: 4000*
• Total Wickets in Tests: 338 (as of Nov 15, 2025)
• Matches Played: 88
• Opponent: South Africa
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Jadeja needed just 10 more runs to complete the milestone when he walked into bat on Day 2. He reached the mark in the morning session, further enhancing his credentials as the World No. 1 Test all-rounder.

Elite Club: 4000+ Runs and 300+ Wickets in Tests

Jadeja becomes the second Indian cricketer after Kapil Dev to join this elite group, and the second fastest to achieve the milestone, only behind Ian Botham, who reached it in his 72nd Test.

Why This Matters

• Consistency Across Formats: Jadeja has been a match-winner for India not just in Tests but across all formats.
• Bowling Excellence: His accurate, wicket-taking left-arm spin has often broken key partnerships.
• Batting Backbone: Known for his counter-attacking lower-order runs, Jadeja has consistently rescued and anchored India’s innings.
• Game-Changing Fielder: In addition to his stats, Jadeja is also regarded as one of the finest fielders in world cricket.

His contribution goes beyond numbers, offering balance to the Indian team and impacting matches with both bat and ball.

Static Facts

• Name: Ravindra Jadeja
• Test Debut: December 2009 (vs Sri Lanka)
• Milestone Achieved On: November 15, 2025
• Runs in Tests: 4000*
• Wickets in Tests: 338
• Match: India vs South Africa, 2nd Test, Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Position in Record List: 4th player globally, 2nd Indian
• Others in the Club: Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, Daniel Vettori