IPL 2015: 5 World Cup flops who could set the tournament alight

#4 Ravindra Jadeja (Chennai Super Kings)

Ravindra Jadeja couldn’t replicate his fast-bowling compatriots at the World Cup, who exceeded expectations as India sped to the last four in defence of their title. A mere 57 from five knocks with the bat didn’t threaten, and while his spin bowling was better, a price close to 40 runs for each of his nine wickets was hefty by his standards.

Chennai Super Kings are the IPL’s most dependable franchise, progressing from the league phase every year, winning twice, and Jadeja has been a part of the set-up since 2012. A tally of 19 wickets from 16 games in 2014 ensured he was the competition’s second-most successful spinner – behind Sunil Narine. With the bat, he was reliable at the back-end of the innings, often giving his side late impetus.

Nicknamed ‘Sir Jadeja’ by many, the 26-year-old hasn’t lived up to the title of late but he has a habit of turning up at the IPL and therefore, more notable performances can be envisaged over the next few weeks – he remains one of the most useful Indians in the tournaments.