- Nationality
India- Cricket
- Jayant Yadav
- Current Team
- GT
A seasoned off-spinning all-rounder with a three-time IPL champion pedigree, Jayant Yadav (born January 22, 1990) remains a model of consistency and tactical intelligence. Known for his restrictive powerplay bowling and lower-order batting resilience, Yadav has built a legacy as a “big-game” player, most famously for his crucial breakthrough in the IPL 2020 final.
As of January 21, 2026, Jayant Yadav is embarking on a new chapter in his career. After over a decade with Haryana, he has officially moved to Puducherry as a professional for the 2025–26 domestic season. He has been officially retained by the Gujarat Titans (GT) for the IPL 2026 season at his acquisition price of ₹75 Lakh.
Jayant Yadav: Career Profile & 2025–26 Transition
The Move to Puducherry (2025–26)
In a significant shift for the 2025–26 season, Jayant Yadav transitioned from Haryana to Puducherry to lead their spin attack.
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Ranji Trophy 2025–26: Representing Puducherry in the Elite Group, Yadav has been a standout performer. On October 31, 2025, he played a vital knock of 71 against Karnataka, proving his enduring value as a batting all-rounder.
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VHT & SMAT 2025: He was the cornerstone of Puducherry’s white-ball campaigns, providing economical spells and stabilizing the middle order during the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
IPL 2026: The Gujarat Titans “Veteran” Presence
Despite the emergence of younger spinners, the Gujarat Titans have retained Yadav for the 2026 season. Under the leadership of Shubman Gill and head coach Ashish Nehra, Yadav is viewed as a tactical “Impact Player” who can stifle scoring in the first six overs and provide a calm head in pressure-cooker situations. His experience as a winner with both Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans makes him a non-negotiable part of the leadership group.
Historic International Milestones
Yadav remains the only Indian batter to score a Test century while batting at Number 9 (104 vs England at Mumbai in 2016). His historic 241-run partnership with Virat Kohli remains a benchmark for lower-order resilience in Indian cricket.
Jayant Yadav: Consolidated Statistics
Data consolidated as of January 21, 2026.
IPL Batting & Fielding Records
| Year | Team | Matches | Runs | High Score | Average | Strike Rate | Catches |
| 2025 | GT | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2023 | GT | 1 | 0 | 0 | – | – | 0 |
| 2021 | MI | 5 | 34 | 23 | 17.00 | 130.76 | 2 |
| Career | Total | 20 | 40 | 23 | 10.00 | 111.11 | 8 |
IPL Bowling Performance
| Year | Team | Matches | Balls | Runs | WKTS | BBM | Ave | Econ |
| 2023 | GT | 1 | 24 | 26 | 0 | 0/26 | – | 6.50 |
| 2021 | MI | 5 | 102 | 130 | 2 | 1/25 | 65.00 | 7.64 |
| 2020 | MI | 2 | 42 | 43 | 1 | 1/25 | 43.00 | 6.14 |
| 2015 | DC | 3 | 42 | 29 | 2 | 1/8 | 14.50 | 4.14 |
| Career | Total | 20 | 390 | 445 | 8 | 1/8 | 55.63 | 6.85 |
