Ravindra Jadeja has just written his name in the record books and made every Indian cricket fan proud. On November 15, 2025, during the ongoing Test match against South Africa in Kolkata, Jadeja became the second Indian and only the fourth cricketer in the world to score 4000 runs and take at least 300 wickets in Test cricket. This is a huge milestone that shows how incredible an all-rounder he truly is. So, let’s get to the details.
Ravindra Jadeja’s Outstanding Record
Ravindra Jadeja, who is currently 36 years old and from Jamnagar, was playing his 88th Test for India at Eden Gardens when he reached 4000 Test runs. It happened during the morning session on the second day of the match. He now has 338 wickets to his name in the five-day format, which makes this record even more spectacular because it combines both batting and bowling excellence.
Has Anyone Reached This Milestone Before?
India’s legendary Kapil Dev was the first to achieve this feat, followed by England’s Ian Botham and New Zealand’s Daniel Vettori. Ravindra Jadeja is the second fastest to reach this milestone after Botham, who did it in 72 matches, while Jadeja took 88. To put this in perspective, top all-rounders like Kapil Dev took 131 Tests to get there, which shows how quickly Jadeja has made his mark.
This achievement reflects not just statistics but the consistency and importance Ravindra Jadeja holds for the Indian Test team. Playing as a key bowler and a handy batsman lower down the order, Jadeja’s contributions often change the game in India’s favour. His calmness under pressure and aggressive style on the field make him stand out as one of the best all-rounders in the world right now.
A Day Of Breaking Records
In the same Test match, another Indian cricketer, Rishabh Pant, made headlines by breaking Virender Sehwag’s record for hitting the most sixes for India in Test cricket. These moments show that Indian cricket continues to produce outstanding talent who keep setting new standards.
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