Indian cricket star Ravindra Jadeja, who recently retired from T20 Internationals, has begun a new chapter by joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The announcement was made on X (formerly Twitter) by Jamnagar MLA and Jadeja's wife, Rivaba Jadeja.
Ravindra Jadeja was often seen campaigning with his wife Rivaba Jadeja and participating in roadshows. The star all-rounder has now officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
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Recently, BJP President JP Nadda, along with Prime Minister Modi, launched a membership drive to bring new members into the party.
For those unfamiliar, Jadeja's wife, Rivaba, is a BJP MLA representing the North Jamnagar constituency in Gujarat.
Rivaba Jadeja joined BJP in 2019 and won the North Jamnagar seat in 2022, defeating AAP candidate Karshanbhai Karmur.
A look at Jadeja's career
Ravindra Jadeja amassed 3,036 runs and 294 wickets in 72 Test matches. In One Day Internationals, he played 197 matches, scoring 2,756 runs and taking 220 wickets.
In T20 Internationals, he featured in 74 matches, with 515 runs and 54 wickets. Following India's T20 World Cup victory, he announced his retirement from the format.
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Ravindra Jadeja on verge of reaching major milestone in IND vs BAN Tests
Ravindra Jadeja has so far bagged 294 wickets and scored 3,036 runs in 72 Tests. The all-rounder is just six wickets away from reaching the rare 3,000 runs and 300 wickets milestone, a feat achieved by former Pakistan captain Imran Khan in 75 Tests.
If Jadeja plays India's next Test match against Bangladesh, he has a strong chance of surpassing Imran's record. He can accomplish this feat in the upcoming India vs Bangladesh two-Test series, starting from September 19 onwards in Chennai.