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Published 19:38 IST, October 19th 2023

Totally Viral/ WATCH: Ravindra Jadeja makes an uncanny request to India's fielding coach after catching a screamer

Ravindra Jadeja is a livewire in the field and there is no question about it. The all-rounder took a blinder to dismiss Mushfiqur Rahim at the MCA Stadium, Pune

Reported by: Anirban Sarkar
Ravindra Jadeja celebrated in an uncanny way | Image: Disney+Hotstar

IND vs BAN: Ravindra Jadeja's fielding prowess has probably been the best in world cricket for sometime now. The talented all rounder has been India's bedrock of success on the field and he has only got better with his growing age. He did something extraordinary during India's match against Bangladesh which was a sight to behold for the cricket fans. 

3 things you need to know

  • Ravindra Jadeja has been one of the best fielders in the cricket circuit currently
  • Jadeja took a brilliant catch against Bangladesh
  • The left arm spinner has also been successful with the ball in the ongoing World Cup

Also Read: India vs Bangladesh live score: CWC 2023 today match live updates

Ravindra Jadeja reveals the reason behind his uncanny celebration

"That celebration was for our fielding coach. After every game, we get the best fielder award so I was telling him I am also here", said Jadeja. He further added that if Team India stick to their normal cricket it shouldn't be a problem in the run chase. “The wicket looks very good. There was no turn on the wicket. If we play simple and normal cricket, we should do it.”, added the CSK and Team India all-rounder. Virat Kohli was the recipient of the first ever ‘best fielder’ medal and Shardul Thakur and KL Rahul received the medal thereafter respectively. Jadeja's stupendous catch made him an automatic choice for the award. Not only with fielding, Jadeja has also been very impressive with the ball. He is currently, India's second highest wicket taker with seven scalps to his name in four matches.

Also Read: India vs Bangladesh: Virat Kohli makes the fans go wild with a skill that he hasn't used since 2017

Ravindra Jadeja took a brilliant catch against Bangladesh

During the 43rd over of the IND vs BAN clash, Jasprit Bumrah bowled a short one and Mushfiqur Rahim pulled out a cut. The ball flew through the air and went straight towards Jadeja who was stationed at the backward point. The 34 year old dived to his right and didn't make any mistake as he took the catch with sheer perfection. Jadeja imminently had a look at T Dilip, India's fielding coach and appeared to ask him to hand over the best fielders medal by mimicking through action.

Updated 19:38 IST, October 19th 2023

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