Indian all-rounder star Ravindra Jadeja on Sunday announced his retirement from T20 Internationals after leading India to victory in the historic T20 World Cup 2024 final over Australia in Barbados. The star performer has been a vital player for the country and featured in six T20 World Cups during his 15-year-long career, showcasing skills time and again and proving himself at the center of many laurels for his team. Highlights of Ravindra Jadeja's T20I career Image Source: Cricket Addictor Ravindra Jadeja made his debut in a T20I against Sri Lanka in February 2009 at Colombo. He has represented in 74 T20I matches as part of his career, in which he scored 515 from 41 innings at an average of 21.45 and a strike rate of 127.16. His best batting arrived against England at Birmingham, where he struck an unbeaten 46 off 29 balls. As a bowler, Jadeja's left-arm spin proved useful, bagging 54 wickets from 71 innings at an average of 29.85, and an economy rate of 7.13. His best bowling figures were 3/15 against Scotland. That memorable performance came during the Asia Cup 2016, where he took 2/11 in three overs against Pakistan as people saw his all-round capabilities at work. Ravindra Jadeja carry some decent stats in the T20 World Cups, with 22 wickets and 130 runs from six tournaments. His consistency and ability to perform in big moments have made him such a value addition for India. The retirement of Jadeja marked the end of an era, a rich legacy in excellence was left behind in T20 Internationals. Also Read | The Epic India vs Pakistan Cricket Rivalry: A Comprehensive Head-to-Head Analysis Top 5 Best Performances of Ravindra Jadeja in T20Is 46 (29) against England in 2022 It was at this very venue, two years ago, that Ravindra Jadeja had notched his best T20I score of 46 not out against England. India were off to a good start at 61/1 but soon slumped to 89/5 as England struck five quick wickets. 44 (23) against Australia, 2020 Though Jadeja never scored a half-century in his T20I career, he often used to contribute with brief but impactful knocks. One of the best games he played was against Australia at Manuka Oval on 4 December 2020. Even though KL Rahul scored a half century, India was struggling at 114/6. Jadeja's counterattacking with a 23-ball 44 sent five fours and one six across. India posted 161/7 in 20 overs and went on to win by 11 runs. 3/15 against Scotland, T20 World Cup 2021 Though the match against Namibia was inconsequential, India needed a strong victory against Scotland to remain in the semifinal race. India dominated Scotland, securing an eight-wicket win, thanks to Ravindra Jadeja's three-wicket haul. Scotland were dismissed for just 85 runs in 17.4 overs, with Jadeja taking the wickets of Matthew Cross and Michael Leask LBW and bowling out Richie Berrington. Jadeja was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance in this game. 3/16 against Namibia, T20 World Cup 2021 Though this was a dead rubber in the T20 WC, which sets it apart from many run-of-the-mill events at this level, Jadeja came out with the spell of 3/16. He trapped Stephen Baard LBW, saw Craig Williams get stumped and then bowled, before getting JJ Smit caught. Namibia could manage only 132/8 in their allotted 20 overs. In response, India cruised to 136/1 in 15.2 overs to win by nine wickets. So quite justifiably, Jadeja was adjudged Man of the Match for that three-wicket performance. 1/16 and 2 run-outs against Australia, 2012 The first Man of the Match award for Ravindra Jadeja in T20Is came against Australia in 2012. India bowled out Australia with 131 runs on the board until the end of 19.4 overs in the game at Melbourne Cricket Ground on 3 February 2012. He also picked up 1 wicket with just 16 runs given in his three overs, with David Hussey getting dismissed by a caught-and-bowled effort. In the field too, he played a vital role running out both Aaron Finch and George Bailey. India finally managed to clinch the match by eight wickets, with Gautam Gambhir swiping an unbeaten half-century. This time, however, Jadeja was adjudged Man of the Match for his matchless bowling performance and brilliant fielding. Also Read | India's Glorious Cricket World Cup Victories: A Detailed Journey Ravindra Jadeja in T20 World Cup 2024 Image Source: Omid Radio Ravindra Jadeja had a patchy stat in the T20 World Cup 2024: a single wicket from seven innings at an economy rate of 7.57 and an average of 106, though he did turn up with worthy performances with the bat on a few crucial occasions. He turned up with an undefeated 9 off 5 balls against Australia and 17 off 9 in the semifinal against England to challenge the hosts for a place in the final. Ravindra Jadeja's Announcement of Retirement from T20I Cricket View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ravindrasinh jadeja (@royalnavghan) Following India's seven-run victory over South Africa in the final at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados, Jadeja took to Instagram to declare his retirement from T20Is. His declaration came right after similar ones by skipper Rohit Sharma and veteran cricketer Virat Kohli, who also bade adieu to T20Is. Jadeja had been an important part of Indian cricket; often, his all-round skills turned games in India's favor. His retirement thus marks the close of an age decorated by the legacy of great performances, coupled with calls for great moments on the pitch. As India celebrates their win in the World Cup, the impact of Jadeja in the game, together with his contribution to securing the trophy, will always be fresh in the minds of fans and fellow players. Also Read | Comprehensive List of Cricket World Cup Winners from 1975 to 2023