Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni NEW DELHI: India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja marked his return to Rajasthan Royals in style, playing a key role in their emphatic eight-wicket win over his former team Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati on Monday. But apart from his winning spell, it was his candid remarks about MS Dhoni that stole the limelight.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SIGN UP NOW!Jadeja took 2 for 18 in three overs, using subtle variations and spin to dismantle CSK’s middle order as the visitors were bowled out for 127. RR chased down the target in just 12.1 overs, powered by a sensational knock from teenage prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi (52 off 17 balls).
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T20 World Cup Final: Greenstone Lobo Predicts Winner India Vs. New Zealand | Astrological analysis Speaking on JioHotstar after the match, Jadeja revealed that he had not spoken to Dhoni before facing his former side and drew laughs with his trademark quip. “Baat nahi hui because Mahi bhai hi rakhte hain phone band (he didn’t talk to Mahi bhai when his phone is switched off),” he said with a smile. “There is no conversation, but whenever I meet you, I will talk to my brother.The light-hearted comment underlined the strong bond between the two, forged during their long time together at CSK.Jadeja delivers on returnJadeja returned to Royals colors after 17 years and looked right at home. “I think pink suits me,” he said, reflecting on his return. His key knocks – including Shivam Dube and Sarfaraz Khan – tilted the contest firmly in RR’s favour.“I have known Shivam Dube for a long time… I knew he would want to play big shots, so I tried to pop outside off,” Jadeja explained, highlighting his planning.He also enjoyed the conditions. “The wicket was a bit sticky and the ball was spinning so I really enjoyed bowling. My job was to hit the right areas and leave the rest on the pitch.”Despite the modest target, Jadeja emphasized the importance of discipline in the chase. “You can’t take anything for granted in cricket… you have to work hard and give 100 per cent,” he said.
