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Who is the better all-rounder between Ravindra Jadeja and Ben Stokes?: When it comes to all-rounders on the cricket field, two names come to the fore - India's 'Sir' Ravindra Jadeja and England's Ben Stokes. Both the players have been match winners for their country, who have rescued the team from difficult situations many times with the bat, ball and brilliant fielding. But, who is 'better' among these two? Let's compare them on the basis of statistics and performance.
Ravindra Jadeja vs Ben Stokes
Ravindra Jadeja and England's Ben Stokes are both considered the most talked-about all-rounders in the World cricket.
Comparison of the two has always been a topic of discussion among fans and experts. Let's do a detailed comparison of these two strong players - based on the statistics of Tests, ODIs, T20 Internationals and their achievements.
1. Career profile and key details
| Player | Country | Debut Year | Age | Batting Style | Bowling Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravindra Jadeja | India | 2009 (ODI) | 36 years | Left-handed batsman | Left-arm orthodox spin |
| Ben Stokes | England | 2011 (ODI) | 34 Year | Left-handed batsman | Right-arm medium-fast |
2. Ravindra Jadeja vs Ben Stokes Test Cricket: All-Time Stats (As of July 2025)
| Statistic | Ravindra Jadeja | Ben Stokes |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 84 | 115 |
| Innings | 126 | 207 |
| Runs | 3824 | 7032 |
| Average | 37.9 | 35.5 |
| Strike Rate | 55.0 | 59.4 |
| Centuries/Half-Centuries | 5/26 | 14/35 |
| Highest Score | 175* | 258 |
| Wickets | 330 | 230 |
| Bowling Average | 25.1 | 31.6 |
| Economy | 2.57 | 3.31 |
| Bowling Strike Rate | 58.5 | 57.2 |
| Best Bowling | 7/42 | 6/22 |
| Five-wicket Hauls | 15 | 5 |
| Ten-wicket Hauls in a Match | 3 | 0 |
| Catches | 46 | 113 |
Batting
Ben Stokes: Stokes has scored 7,032 runs in 207 innings across 115 Test matches at an average of 35.5. He has 14 centuries and 35 half-centuries to his name, with his highest score being 258 runs. His batting strike rate is 59.4. He has played match-winning innings for England in difficult situations many times. Recently, he has achieved a major feat by joining the club of Gary Sobers and Jacques Kallis, who have scored 7000 Test runs and taken 200 wickets.
Ravindra Jadeja: Jadeja has scored 3,824 runs in 126 innings across 84 Test matches at an average of 37.9. He has 5 centuries and 26 half-centuries to his name, with his highest score being 175 not out. His batting strike rate is 55.0. Despite coming down in the batting order, Jadeja has played many important innings for India, especially in home conditions.
Bowling
Ben Stokes: Stokes has taken 230 wickets in 170 Test innings (from 115 matches). His bowling average is 31.6 and his economy rate is 3.31. His bowling strike rate has been 57.2 He has achieved the feat of taking 5 five-wicket hauls and 9 four-wicket hauls in an innings, with his best bowling figures being 6/22.
Ravindra Jadeja: Jadeja has taken 330 wickets in 157 Test innings (from 84 matches). His bowling average is 25.1 and his economy rate is 2.57. His bowling strike rate is 58.5. He has achieved the feat of taking 15 five-wicket hauls and 14 four-wicket hauls in an innings, with his best bowling figures being 7/42. He has achieved the feat of taking 10 wickets in a match 3 times, which Stokes has never been able to do. His spin bowling, especially on the subcontinent pitches, has been extremely effective.
3. Ravindra Jadeja vs Ben Stokes ODI Internationals (ODI): All-Time Stats
| Statistic | Ravindra Jadeja | Ben Stokes |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 204 | 114 |
| Runs | 2,806 | 3,463 |
| Average | 32.63 | 41.22 |
| Highest Score | 87 | 182 |
| Centuries/Half-Centuries | 0/13 | 5/24 |
| Wickets | 231 | 74 |
| Bowling Average | 35.41 | 41.72 |
| Economy | 4.85 | 6.15 |
| Five-wicket Hauls | 2 | 1 |
| Best Bowling | 5/33 | 5/61 |
| Catches | 63 | 69 |
4. Ravindra Jadeja vs Ben Stokes T20I: All-Time Stats
| Statistic | Ravindra Jadeja | Ben Stokes |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 74 | 43 |
| Runs | 515 | 585 |
| Average | 21.46 | 21.66 |
| Highest Score | 46* | 52* |
| Wickets | 54 | 26 |
| Bowling Average | 29.85 | 38.76 |
| Economy | 7.13 | 8.75 |
| Best Bowling | 3/15 | 3/26 |
| Catches | 21 | 26 |
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5. Career highlights & records
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Ravindra Jadeja
- The only Indian to score three triple centuries in first-class cricket.
- Fastest to reach 2,000+ runs and 150+ wickets (both ODI & Test).
- Fastest left-arm spinner to reach 150 wickets in Tests.
- Consistently in top 3 in ICC Test all-rounder rankings.
Ben Stokes
- England's 2019 World Cup hero - Player of the Final, architect of the Super Over.
- World record for most sixes in Tests.
- 258 runs in Tests (No.6) - most in history.
- Wisden Leading Cricketer 2019, 2020, 2022.
- England Test captain (from 2022)—Leader of the ‘Buzzball’ aggression.
6. Performance in IPL and domestic cricket
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- Jadeja: 254 matches in IPL, 3,260 runs (27.86 average), 170 wickets, best 5/16. Record of triple century thrice in domestic cricket - this achievement is the only one in the name of an Indian.
- Stokes: Limited appearances in IPL/domestic cricket, but no shortage of international abilities.
7. Strengths and weaknesses of Ravindra Jadeja and Ben Stokes
| Strengths | Ravindra Jadeja | Ben Stokes |
|---|---|---|
| Strengths | Defensive bowling, tight fielding, responsibility in the lower order | Match winner, performance under pressure, hitting power, captaincy |
| Weaknesses | Lack of intuitive innings in batting; sometimes less effective on foreign pitches | Injuries, lack of consistency in bowling |
8. Expert Opinion and Comparison
Experts believe that at present Ravindra Jadeja's all-round contribution in Tests is more 'balanced',
While Ben Stokes has proven to be a 'match-winner' performer on big stages.
Veterans like Kapil Dev consider Jadeja better than Stokes, especially for consistency.
In the latest ICC Test all-rounder rankings, Jadeja is 1st and Stokes is in the top 6.
9. Most important stats and reasons
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- Jadeja: 300+ Test wickets, 3,700+ Test runs, 2,800+ ODI runs, brilliant fielding, 500+ catches in all formats.
- Stokes: 13 Test centuries, 2019 World Cup final hero, 100+ Tests, strong batting record.
10. Ravindra Jadeja vs Ben Stokes: Who is the best all-rounder?
- Slight edge in Tests and bowling: Ravindra Jadeja (based on stats, record, consistency, rankings)
- Batting and on big occasions: Ben Stokes (match-winning knocks, high-pressure performances, international awards)
- Overall all-round efficiency and fielding: Both are excellent—Jadeja's bowling and fielding, Stokes's batting and hitting is excellent!
Ravindra Jadeja vs Ben Stokes Brief comparison table:
| Players | Test All-rounders | ODI All-rounders | T20 All-rounders | International Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jadeja | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ |
| Stokes | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Finally: Ravindra Jadeja and Ben Stokes are both great all-rounders of their era. Jadeja is known for bowling, fielding and consistency while Stokes is known for batting and iconic moments. If we have to choose the best - Jadeja is number one for Test bowling and Stokes is number one for overall impact. Both are 'legends'!
Note: The given stats keep changing from time to time, hence it will be updated.
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