Ravindra Jadeja leads India with 323 wickets as 2025 England Tests loom

India’s cricket team is gearing up for a crucial five-match Test series in England starting June 20 at Headingley, Leeds, marking the beginning of the 2025-27 World Test Championship cycle.

In the absence of key stalwarts, Ravindra Jadeja emerges as the most experienced member of the squad. The veteran all-rounder has played 80 Test matches, scoring 3,370 runs with 22 fifties and four centuries. With the ball, Jadeja has taken an impressive 323 wickets, including 15 five-wicket hauls, making him a pivotal figure in India’s bowling attack.

Jadeja recently shared a moment of reflection and prayer at Maa Ashapura Madh Temple in Kutch, signaling his focus and readiness for the upcoming challenges.

"Jadeja is next set to return to action when India face in a five-match away Test series, starting June 20 at Headingley, Leeds," highlighting the significance of this series as a fresh start for India in the World Test Championship.

As India looks to build momentum in the WTC cycle, Jadeja’s experience and all-round capabilities will be crucial in navigating the demanding English conditions and leading the team’s efforts.

This series not only tests individual skills but also sets the tone for India’s ambitions in the global Test arena over the next two years.

Ravindra Jadeja, India’s veteran all-rounder with 323 Test wickets, leads the team as they prepare for the 2025 England Test series starting June 20 at Headingley. Jadeja, with 80 Tests and 3,370 runs, is now the squad’s most experienced player in the new World Test Championship cycle.