**Here’s Why Ravindra Jadeja Was Not Picked for Australia ODIs**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | Oct 04, 2025 | 04:32 pm*
Ravindra Jadeja’s absence from India’s ODI squad for the upcoming Australia series has raised many eyebrows among fans and experts alike. However, chief selector Ajit Agarkar has clarified that the decision was purely tactical and not a reflection of Jadeja’s form or his future prospects with the team.
The three-match ODI series, which will be captained by Shubman Gill, is scheduled to begin on October 19. Here’s a closer look at the reasons behind Jadeja’s omission and what it means for his future:
### Tactical Decision Based on Team Balance and Conditions
Ajit Agarkar explained that the key reason behind Jadeja’s exclusion was the team balance and the playing conditions expected in Australia. He said,
*”Right now, we could only take one left-arm spinner for the Australia series. It wasn’t possible to fit in two.”*
The team management has opted for Axar Patel as the left-arm spin option, primarily due to his added batting depth. This combination will be complemented by wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav and the off-spinning all-rounder Washington Sundar, who is also part of the squad.
### Jadeja Remains Part of India’s Long-Term Plans
Despite missing out on this short series, Agarkar emphasized that Jadeja is very much an integral part of India’s long-term plans, including the 2027 ODI World Cup. He stated,
*”Jadeja’s quality is unquestioned. He’s very much part of our plans going forward. He’s clearly in the scheme of things because of how good he is and what he offers us as a batter and a bowler, but particularly in the field as well. So, yeah, it’s just a three-match, short series.”*
### Recent Performance Review
Jadeja has been in excellent form across all formats. Most recently, he scored a century and took a four-wicket haul in the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad, showcasing his all-round capabilities.
Though he will miss the upcoming tour of Australia, Agarkar assured fans that Jadeja remains an important part of India’s ODI setup with an eye on future major tournaments.
### Ravindra Jadeja’s ODI Stats at a Glance
– **Matches:** 204 ODIs
– **Wickets:** 231 wickets at an average of 35.41, including two five-wicket hauls
– **Economy Rate:** 4.85
– **Runs:** 2,806 runs at an average of 32.62 with 13 fifties
Jadeja’s contributions with both bat and ball, along with his exceptional fielding, continue to make him a valuable asset for the Indian cricket team.
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*Stay tuned for more updates on India’s squad and series ahead.*
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