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Jadeja has bowled 88 no-balls in Tests since 2021
India spinner Ravindra Jadeja has bowled 88 no-balls in Test cricket since 2021, a tally that underscores a persistent problem in his bowling. The left-arm spinner's record was highlighted by a look…
India spinner Ravindra Jadeja has bowled 88 no-balls in Test cricket since 2021, a tally that underscores a persistent problem in his bowling. The left-arm spinner's record was highlighted by a look at his statistics in the longest format of the game.
Jadeja's no-ball count is the highest among Indian bowlers in this period. The issue has been a recurring one for the all-rounder, who has often overstepped the crease in Test matches.
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A no-ball not only gives the batsman a free hit in limited-overs cricket but also costs the bowler a delivery in Tests, where Jadeja's accuracy is key. The BCCI's coaching staff, led by Rahul Dravid, has worked with bowlers on front-foot drills, but Jadeja's foot placement remains an area of focus. With India's next Test series approaching, the team management will watch whether he can cut this error in match conditions. His overall record, over 275 wickets in 71 Tests, shows the cost is manageable, but in tight overseas contests, even a single extra run conceded can shift momentum.
The selectors and captain Rohit Sharma will be monitoring Jadeja's no-ball count in domestic red-ball games before the next overseas assignment. A repeat of this pattern could prompt a discussion about his consistency in pressure situations.
Source: sports.ndtv.com
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