Ravindra Jadeja excited to reunite with 'Thala' MS Dhoni: Watch
What's the story
India's star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has joined the Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) training camp ahead of IPL 2025.
Fresh off India's Champions Trophy victory in Dubai, Jadeja expressed excitement about reuniting with his CSK teammates, especially MS Dhoni, affectionately known as 'Thala.'
In an official CSK video, Jadeja said, "Feeling very good (on being) back to home and very excited to be with the team and looking forward to meeting the one and only Thala. Thala, the boss!"
Here's more.
Performance
Jadeja's pivotal role in India's Champions Trophy victory
Jadeja was instrumental in India's recent Champions Trophy triumph, contributing handsomely with both bat and ball.
He was especially lethal in the middle overs, picking five wickets in five matches at a stunning economy of 4.35.
His best moment came in the final against New Zealand when he hit the winning runs to seal India's third Champions Trophy title.
Expectations
Jadeja's experience crucial for CSK in IPL 2025
Considering Jadeja's current form, fans would hope to see him continue his success in the IPL 2025.
His all-round capabilities and experience will be crucial as CSK eye their sixth IPL title.
The team's campaign will start with a match against Mumbai Indians at Chepauk, followed by another home game against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Training camp
CSK begin pre-season training with 10-day camp
The five-time champions have started their pre-season training for the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) with a 10-day camp, starting February 27.
CSK's CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirmed the development during a phone call on February 26.
The training camp is taking place at the CSK High Performance Centre in Navalur.
All available Indian players, including Dhoni, are attending the rigorous preparation period.
IPL numbers
Jadeja owns 2,959 IPL runs
Across 240 matches, Jadeja has amassed 2,959 runs at an average of 27.40. He also boasts a strike rate of 129.72.
The all-rounder also owns three fifties and a high score of 62*.
Meanwhile, with the ball he has 160 scalps at 30.40, including an economy rate of 7.62. His best figures are worth 5/16.
Jadeja also owns three four-wicket hauls and one five-wicket haul.
Notably, his best season with the ball came in 2023 when he bagged 20 scalps.
Twitter Post
CSK's official X post
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— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 13, 2025