**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. However, India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar has clarified that the decision is purely tactical and not a reflection of Jadeja’s form or future prospects.
The three-match ODI series, which will be captained by Shubman Gill, begins on October 19. Here’s a closer look at the reasons behind Jadeja’s omission and what it means for the team moving forward.
### Tactical Decision: Team Balance and Conditions
Agarkar explained that Jadeja’s omission primarily came down to team balance and the specific conditions expected during the Australia tour. He stated,
“Right now, we could only take one left-arm spinner for the Australia series. It wasn’t possible to fit in two.”
The management chose Axar Patel as the left-arm spin option due to his added batting depth, complemented by the wrist-spin variety provided by Kuldeep Yadav. Additionally, off-spinning all-rounder Washington Sundar has also been included in the squad.
### Future Prospects: Jadeja Still Part of India’s Long-Term Plans
Despite missing this series, Agarkar emphasized that Jadeja remains a crucial part of India’s long-term plans, including the 2027 ODI World Cup.
“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,” Agarkar added.
### Performance Review: Jadeja’s Recent Form
Jadeja has been in excellent form across formats recently. He scored a century and took a four-wicket haul in the first Test against the West Indies in Ahmedabad. His current form underscores that his omission is not due to poor performance but tactical considerations for the Australia tour.
### Jadeja’s ODI Career Stats
– Matches: 204 ODIs
– Wickets: 231 at an average of 35.41, including two five-wicket hauls
– Economy Rate: 4.85
– Runs: 2,806 at an average of 32.62 with 13 fifties
With such impressive all-round capabilities, Jadeja continues to be an invaluable asset for India.
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While Ravindra Jadeja will miss the upcoming Australia ODI series, the selection management remains confident in his importance to the team’s future, especially with the 2027 ODI World Cup in sight. Fans can expect to see the dynamic all-rounder back in action very soon.
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