As India complete the ODI series against New Zealand with the third match in Indore, Ravindra Jadeja continues to remain one of India’s most trusted all-rounders. Entering this series with rhythm and fitness, he delivered steady performances despite India falling short in the final ODI.
His recent international form remains strong — from playing a decisive role in India’s Champions Trophy 2025 triumph to scoring five Test fifties in England, and now regaining full match rhythm ahead of IPL 2026.
Across 15+ years vs New Zealand in ODIs, Jadeja has built a dependable record — offering control with the ball and valuable lower-order runs. The latest ODI in Indore (Jan 18, 2026) added another steady cameo with the bat.
Ravindra Jadeja vs New Zealand ODI Batting Stats
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score | 50s | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 16 | 433 | 40.3 | 92.7 | 77 | 4 | 0 |
What stands out
- A strong average of 40+ across 16 innings.
- Regularly finishes innings with a strike rate near 100.
- Iconic 77 off 59 in 2019 World Cup semifinal vs NZ.
- Reliable lower-order contributor with multiple not-outs.
Ravindra Jadeja – ODI Innings vs New Zealand (Match-by-Match, Updated)
| Runs | Balls | SR | Ground | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 44 | 45.45 | Dambulla | 10 Aug 2010 |
| 17 | 26 | 65.38 | Dambulla | 25 Aug 2010 |
| – | – | – | Vadodara | 4 Dec 2010 |
| 0 | 3 | 0.00 | Napier | 19 Jan 2014 |
| 12 | 8 | 150.00 | Hamilton | 22 Jan 2014 |
| 66* | 45 | 146.67 | Auckland | 25 Jan 2014 |
| 62* | 54 | 114.81 | Hamilton | 28 Jan 2014 |
| 5 | 6 | 83.33 | Wellington | 31 Jan 2014 |
| 77 | 59 | 130.51 | Manchester | 9 Jul 2019 |
| – | – | – | Hamilton | 5 Feb 2020 |
| 55 | 73 | 75.34 | Auckland | 8 Feb 2020 |
| 8* | 7 | 114.29 | Bay Oval | 11 Feb 2020 |
| 39* | 44 | 88.64 | Dharamsala | 22 Oct 2023 |
| – | – | – | Mumbai | 15 Nov 2023 |
| 16 | 20 | 80.00 | Dubai | 2 Mar 2025 |
| 9* | 6 | 150.00 | Dubai | 9 Mar 2025 |
| 4 | 5 | 80.00 | Vadodara | 11 Jan 2026 |
| 22 | 44 | 61.36 | Rajkot | 14 Jan 2026 |
| 12 | 16 | 75.00 | Indore | 18 Jan 2026 |
Also see: IND vs NZ ODI Head-to-Head, Stats
Ravindra Jadeja vs New Zealand – ODI Bowling Stats
| Matches | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Average | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 167 | 917 | 10 | 91.7 | 5.48 | 2/47 |
What stands out
- Maintains an economy under 5.5 across long spells.
- Reliable in middle overs, regularly completing full 10-over spells.
- Has repeatedly troubled Kane Williamson in ODIs.
- Best figures remain 2/47 at Eden Park.
🏏 Bowling Performance – Match by Match (Updated)
(Only last two matches updated based on latest ODI results — no wickets in Rajkot and Indore)
| Date | M/Inns | Opponent | Ground | Batsman Dismissed | Overs | Figures | Econ | SR | Cum. Wkts | Cum. Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Jan 2026 | 1st | New Zealand | Vadodara | – | 9.0 | 0/56 | 6.22 | 91.2 | 9 | – |
| 14 Jan 2026 | 2nd | New Zealand | Rajkot | – | 8.0 | 0/44 | 5.5 | 96.00 | 9 | – |
| 18 Jan 2026 | 3rd | New Zealand | Indore | – | 6.0 | 0/41 | 6.80 | — | 9 | — |
Recent Form: Why Jadeja Remains Crucial
Over the past few months, Jadeja has shown consistency with both bat and ball:
- 52* vs Gujarat (Vijay Hazare Trophy 2026)
- 36* and 1/48 vs Services
- Key role in Champions Trophy 2025 Final win
- Strong Test series in England (517 runs, 5 fifties)
India vs New Zealand – 3rd ODI (18 January 2026) Overview
- Venue: Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
- Result: New Zealand won by 41 runs
- India: 296 all out
- New Zealand: 337/8
- Jadeja: 12 (16) & 6–0–41–0
- Series: New Zealand win the ODI series
From 2010 to 2026, Ravindra Jadeja has remained a dependable ODI asset against New Zealand. His finishing ability, control in the middle overs, and current form continue to make him vital to India’s ODI structure heading forward.
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