Ravindrasinh Anirudhsinh Jadeja is an Indian cricketer who plays for the national team in One Day Internationals and Test matches. He is a left-handed batter and a left-arm orthodox spin bowler.
Jadeja began his youth career in 2005, making his first appearance for India’s Under-19 team at the age of 16. He was selected for the 2006 U-19 Cricket World Cup in Sri Lanka, where India finished as runners-up. In the final against Pakistan, he impressed with three wickets. He later served as vice-captain of the Indian team that won the 2008 U-19 World Cup in Malaysia, taking 10 wickets in six matches at an average of 13.60.
He made his first-class debut in the 2006–07 Duleep Trophy, representing West Zone, and played for Saurashtra in the Ranji Trophy. In 2012, he became the first Indian and the eighth player overall to score three triple centuries in first-class cricket. His first came against Orissa in 2011, where he scored 314 runs, followed by 303 not out against Gujarat in 2012, and 331 against Railways in December 2012, all before turning 24.
Who are Ravindra Jadeja Parents?
Ravindra Jadeja’s parents are Anirudhsinh Jadeja and Lata Jadeja.
Ravindra Jadeja Father – Anirudhsinh Singh
Ravindra Jadeja’s father, Anirudhsinh Jadeja, worked as a watchman in a private company. He wanted his son to join the Indian Army. During his childhood, Ravindra was scared of his father. In 2019, Anirudhsinh entered politics.
Ravindra Jadeja’s father, Anirudhsinh Jadeja, once accused his son and daughter-in-law, Rivaba Jadeja, of causing a family rift. In an interview with Divya Bhaskar, he said he had no contact with Ravindra and claimed their relationship deteriorated after Ravindra’s marriage. Anirudhsinh mentioned that although both lived in Jamnagar, they stayed separately—Ravindra with his wife and daughter in a bungalow, while he lived alone, dependent on his late wife’s pension. He blamed Rivaba for influencing Ravindra and alleged that her family controlled everything, even saying he had not seen his granddaughter for five years.
Ravindra Jadeja responded firmly through social media, rejecting his father’s claims. He called the interview one-sided and false, saying it was an attempt to defame his wife. Jadeja defended Rivaba, referring to her as his “godmother,” and said he preferred not to discuss personal matters publicly.
Ravindra Jadeja Mother – Lata Jadeja
Ravindra Jadeja’s mother, Lata Jadeja, worked in a government hospital and lived with her family in a small employee flat. She was also a sportsperson and strongly supported her son’s passion for cricket, believing it would help him focus away from the family’s financial struggles. Sadly, Lata Jadeja died in a road accident in 2005 when Ravindra was 17 years old.
In July 2024, after India’s T20 World Cup win, Jadeja paid an emotional tribute to his late mother. He shared a sketch showing himself holding the T20 World Cup trophy beside her image and wrote, “Whatever I’m doing on the field… it’s a tribute to you.”
Does Ravindra Jadeja have a sister?
Ravindra Jadeja has two elder sisters, Naina Jadeja and Padmini Jadeja. His first elder sister, Naina Jadeja, was active in politics and campaigned for the Congress party along with their father, Anirudhsinh Jadeja, during the 2022 Gujarat Assembly Elections. Her sister-in-law, Rivaba Jadeja, contested from the BJP and won the Jamnagar North seat with over 57 percent of the votes. Despite political differences, Naina and Rivaba maintained a cordial family relationship. Before entering politics, Naina worked as a nurse in a local hospital.
His second elder sister, Padmini Jadeja, has also been supportive of Ravindra’s cricket career since his early days. She married Vivek Sharma from Haryana on December 3, 2016. According to Naina, Ravindra regularly keeps in touch with both his sisters, even when he is away on cricket tours.
FAQs
Q. What happened between Ravindra Jadeja and his father?
A. In an interview, Ravindra Jadeja’s father, Anirudhsinh Jadeja, stated that he did not communicate with his son and attributed family problems to his daughter-in-law, Rivaba. Ravindra Jadeja defended his wife and refuted all of the accusations, calling them untrue.
Q. What happened to Ravindra Jadeja’s mother?
A. Ravindra Jadeja’s mother, Lata Jadeja, died in an accident in 2005 when Ravindra was 17 years old.
Q. Does Ravindra Jadeja live with his parents?
A. No, Ravindra Jadeja lives separately in Jamnagar. His father stated that they have had no contact since a few months after Jadeja’s marriage.
Q. Is Ravindra Jadeja vegetarian?
A. Yes, Ravindra Jadeja is a vegetarian. He enjoys Gujarati vegetarian dishes and owns a restaurant called Jaddu’s Food Field that serves only vegetarian food.
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