In a truly remarkable moment for Indian cricket, Ravindra Jadeja has ascended to become the country’s third-highest wicket-taker in international matches played at home, across all formats. This significant milestone was achieved during the second Test match against the West Indies, where the left-arm spinner’s crucial dismissal of John Campbell for 115 runs saw him surpass the legendary Harbhajan Singh.
The historic wicket, which gave India the first breakthrough on Day 4, occurred in the 63rd over of the West Indies’ innings. Jadeja expertly trapped John Campbell leg-before wicket, prompting an immediate and confident appeal from the Indian team. Though umpire Paul Reiffel took a moment to deliberate before raising his finger, Campbell’s decision to review the call proved futile. Ball-tracking technology confirmed all three reds, sealing the dismissal and marking a new chapter in Jadeja’s illustrious career.
This pivotal wicket brought an end to a formidable 177-run partnership between Campbell and Shai Hope, both of whom had registered centuries. At the time of Campbell’s dismissal, the West Indies had posted 293 for 4 after 89 overs, holding a 23-run lead over India.
With this wicket, Ravindra Jadeja’s tally of home international wickets reached 377, moving him past Harbhajan Singh’s 376. He now stands in the esteemed company of two other Indian bowling giants:
Most Wickets for India at Home in International Cricket:
- Anil Kumble – 476 wickets
- Ravichandran Ashwin – 475 wickets
- Ravindra Jadeja – 377* wickets
- Harbhajan Singh – 376 wickets
Jadeja’s recent performances have been nothing short of exceptional, particularly in Test cricket. He was one of India’s standout players during the England Test series, contributing significantly with both his left-arm spin and his reliable batting. Furthermore, he demonstrated his all-round capabilities by scoring a century in the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad.
His consistent brilliance and reliability as a trusted spinner for India over the years make this rise into the top three home wicket-takers a fitting testament to his enduring impact on the game.