Watch: Ravindra Jadeja Turns Emotional While Facing Former Team CSK in IPL 2026

March 31, 2026: The IPL 2026 match between Ravindra Jadeja’s Rajasthan Royals and his former team Chennai Super Kings became very emotional. During the game, Jadeja was seen on camera looking teary-eyed while fielding near the boundary. The moment quickly went viral and got a lot of attention on social media.

Jadeja played many successful years with Chennai and still has a strong bond with the team and its fans. The chants in the stadium seemed to touch him and reminded everyone of his long time with CSK.

Even after this emotional moment, Jadeja stayed calm and focused. He bowled very well and took important wickets, helping Rajasthan Royals restrict Chennai Super Kings to a low score. His performance showed his professionalism and control under pressure.

There was a moment when CSK were struggling at 60 for 6. Jadeja was fielding near the boundary when the camera showed him looking emotional. The clip quickly spread online, and fans started sharing and talking about it.

Jadeja was literally crying near boundary 😭😭
Players will come and go but jaddu will forever be our thalapathy 💛💛
Even after CSK traded him he still holds that emotional bond for them

sir jadeja you are a gem of a human being 🙏🏻🙏🏻🥺 pic.twitter.com/HsQAgvL5mq

— DB (@Brevisnation7) March 30, 2026

Jadeja Shines With the Ball Despite Emotions

Jadeja had a great game in the pink jersey. He bowled three overs, took two wickets, and gave only 18 runs. He got a wicket on his second ball and later dismissed Sarfaraz Khan and Shivam Dube in the same over.

After getting Dube out, he celebrated with a gun-firing gesture. After the match, Jadeja said that he likes his new pink jersey and feels it looks good on him.

He also spoke about the pitch at Baraspara. He said it was a bit sticky and helped the ball turn. “I felt the wicket was a bit sticky, and the ball was turning, so I enjoyed bowling. My job was to bowl in the right areas and let the pitch help,” he said.

“You cannot take anything easy in cricket. No matter the target, you have to work hard and give your 100 percent,” he added.

Jadeja will feel confident after this strong performance for his new team. He also remembered how the late Shane Warne once called him a ‘rockstar.’

Rajasthan Royals will now play against Gujarat in their next match on April 4.