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Kapil Dev has reignited the all-rounder debate by declaring Ravindra Jadeja superior to Ben Stokes. The cricket legend praised Jadeja's current form despite Stokes entering an elite Test cricket club. While Stokes made history with 7000 runs and 200 wickets, Jadeja shines with bat averaging 86.75 this series. The comparison highlights the evolving standards for modern all-rounders in Test cricket.

Key Points: Kapil Dev Picks Jadeja Over Stokes as Better All-Rounder

  • Kapil Dev backs Jadeja citing better current form
  • Stokes joins elite 7000-run, 200-wicket Test club
  • Jadeja averages 86.75 with bat in ongoing series
  • Debate reignites over modern cricket's top all-rounders
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He is performing far better: Kapil Dev backs Jadeja over Stokes in all-rounder debate

Cricket legend Kapil Dev rates Ravindra Jadeja above Ben Stokes in all-rounder debate, citing superior performance in current series.

"He (Ben Stokes) is a good all-rounder, but I still feel Ravindra Jadeja is better. – Kapil Dev"

New Delhi, July 26

India's legendary World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev said Ravindra Jadeja is a better all-rounder than England captain Ben Stokes on Saturday.

"He (Ben Stokes) is a good all-rounder, but I still feel Ravindra Jadeja is better," Kapil said.

"I think he is still performing far better," he added.

England captain Ben Stokes brought up 7000 Test runs in style with a splendid six on Day 4 in the Manchester Test against India on Saturday.

Stokes in Tests has slammed 7,032 runs in 115 matches at an average of 35.69, with 14 centuries and 35 fifties in 206 innings. Best score of 258.

Stokes became just the third all-rounder in Test history to achieve the double of 7000 runs and 200 wickets, joining the exclusive company of Sir Garfield Sobers and Jacques Kallis, according to the ICC website.

Stokes scored 141 off 198 balls, laced with eleven boundaries and three maximums.

Whereas Jadeja finished with 4/143, and he was the best bowler for India in the first innings.

Jadeja is the seventh-highest run-getter in the series so far, with 347 runs in seven innings at an average of 86.75, with a best score of 89. He has four half-centuries in the series. On the other hand, he has not delivered a lot with the ball, having taken seven wickets at an average of 67.71.

Tests remain by far his best format, with 3697 runs in 83 Tests, with four centuries and 26 fifties and a best score of 175*. He has 326 wickets in the longest format.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, I think comparing these two is unfair. They play different roles - Jadeja is more of a bowling all-rounder while Stokes bats higher. Both are world class in their own ways!
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Ananya R
Jadeja's fielding alone makes him better than most all-rounders! His athleticism saves 20-30 runs every match. Stokes is great but Sir Jadeja is our complete package 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Respectfully disagree with Kapil paaji here. Stokes has won England so many matches single-handedly. Jadeja is brilliant but hasn't had those match-winning knocks under pressure like Stokes.
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Kavya N
Jadeja's consistency across all three departments is amazing! He may not have Stokes' explosive batting, but he rarely fails the team. Plus his economy rate is always tight. True unsung hero of Indian cricket 💙
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David E
Interesting debate! As an England fan in India, I think Stokes' ability to perform in clutch situations gives him the edge. But Jadeja's all-round skills on turning tracks are unmatched. Different conditions produce different heroes.

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