Ajay Jadeja is a former Indian cricketer and a household name in the Indian cricket community.
He was a regular member of the Indian cricket team in One-Day Internationals between 1992 and 2000, sometimes serving as the team’s captain.
Jadeja’s cricket career spanned more than a decade and he was a member of the Indian team that won the 1995 Asia Cup.
After his cricket career ended, he pursued various careers including coaching, acting and commentary.
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- Full name: Ajaysinhji Daulatsinhji Jadeja
- Nickname: Ajie
- Date of Birth: February 1, 1971
- Age: 53
- Sex: Male
- Birthplace: Jamnagar, Gujarat, India
- Nationality: India
- Occupation: Cricket player, coach, actor, commentator
- Height: 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 meters)
- Parents: Daulatsinhji Jadeja (father), Hiraba Jadeja (mother)
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Spouse: Aditi Jaitly
- Children: Aiman Jadeja, Ameera Jadeja
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $2 million
Early life and education
Ajay Jadeja is 53 years old and was born in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India on February 1, 1971. He was born into a family with a strong cricket background, his father Daulatsinhji Jadeja was a cricket player. Talking about his parents, his mother’s name is Hiraba Jadeja.
Ajay’s early life was spent in Jamnagar, where he developed a keen interest in cricket. He attended Indian School in New Delhi and later attended Rajkumar College in Rajkot. Ajay continued his education at Sardar Patel College in New Delhi and Hindu College in Delhi.
Growing up, Ajay was exposed to the world of cricket through his father, who played an important role in nurturing his son’s talent. He was encouraged to play cricket from an early age and represented his school and college teams.
Profession
Ajay Jadeja’s cricket career spanned more than a decade, during which he represented India in 15 Test matches and 196 One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He was a regular in the Indian ODI cricket team from 1992 to 2000, sometimes captaining the team. Ajay was part of the 1995 Asia Cup-winning Indian team.
After his cricket career ended, Ajay pursued various careers including coaching, actor and commentator. Around 2015, he was the coach of the Delhi cricket team and acted in several Bollywood films.
Ajay has also participated as a contestant in the dance reality show “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa” and has been a commentator for several news channels. In September 2023, he was appointed as the assistant coach/mentor of the Afghanistan cricket team for the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.
Ajay’s career was known for his versatility and ability to adapt to new roles. He inspired many young cricketers and made a significant contribution to Indian cricket.
In 2000, Ajay Jadeja was accused of match-fixing in a 1999 match between India and Pakistan, sparking controversy. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) banned him from playing cricket for five years. Ajay denied the charges and appealed against the ban, which was lifted in 2003.
Ajay spoke about the controversy in an interview, saying: “It was a tough time for me and my family. I am innocent and have done nothing wrong. The ban was a huge setback but I never gave up.
I continued to work hard and eventually returned to the sport I loved.” The controversy damaged Ajay’s reputation, but he has since worked hard to rebuild his image and regain the trust of his fans.
social media
- Instagram account: travelermaan
- Facebook account: Ajay Jadeja
- Twitter account: N/A
personal life
Ajay Jadeja is married to Aditi Jaitly and they have two children, Aiman and Ameera. He keeps his personal life relatively private and rarely receives media attention. Ajay has always been focused on his family and often talks about how he balances his professional and personal life.
In an interview, Ajay mentioned, “My family has always been my priority. I am blessed to have a supportive wife and children who understand my busy schedule and are there for me in good times and bad.” Ajay’s personal life is a testament to his strong values and commitment to his loved ones.
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net worth
According to sources, Ajay Jadeja’s net worth is estimated to be around $2 million, which he has accumulated through his fruitful cricket career.
