IND vs ENG: Ravindra Jadeja shares stylish pictures from 'favourite city'; Team India arrives in England ahead of Test series
Ravindra Jadeja in London (Pic credit: Jadeja's Insta post)
Team India has touched down in London ahead of their much-anticipated five-match Test series against England, starting June 20 at Headingley in Leeds. The tour marks the beginning of a new era, with Shubman Gill set to lead the national team in the longest format for the first time.
Amid the buzz, star all-rounder
Ravindra Jadeja
gave fans a glimpse into his downtime in the English capital. The 36-year-old shared a series of stylish photos on his official social media accounts, posing against iconic London backdrops.
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Dressed in a blue sweatshirt and beige trousers, Jadeja looked relaxed and confident. His caption read, 'Good vibes in favourite city #London,' suggesting his deep fondness for the UK capital.
Jadeja's post has gone viral, drawing admiration from fans not just for his style but also for his upbeat mood as the team gears up for the high-stakes series.
The seasoned all-rounder was last seen in action during the
IPL
2025 season for the Chennai Super Kings. While his personal performance was respectable — 301 runs at a strike rate of 135.58 and 10 wickets in 14 matches — CSK had a disappointing campaign, finishing at the bottom of the ten-team table with just four wins.
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With red-ball cricket back in focus, Jadeja's role will be crucial in both departments as Team India looks to make a strong start under new captain Gill in challenging English conditions.
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