Narayan Jagadeesan: Record-Breaking Tamil Nadu Star Joins India Test Squad

Narayan Jagadeesan: Record-Breaking Tamil Nadu Star Joins India Test Squad

Date of Birth: December 24, 1995
Hometown: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Role: Wicketkeeper-Batsman
Batting Style: Right-Handed
Teams: Tamil Nadu, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, India (Test squad – 2025)

Early Career

Narayan Jagadeesan began his professional cricket journey with Tamil Nadu in the 2016–17 Ranji Trophy. He scored an unbeaten 123 in his debut match against Madhya Pradesh, earning the Player of the Match award.

Domestic Cricket Achievements

• First-Class Matches: 52
• Runs: 3,373 | Average: 47.50 | Highest Score: 321
• List A Matches: 64
• Runs: 2,728 | Average: 46.23 | Highest Score: 277 (World Record)
• T20 Matches: 66
• Runs: 1,475 | Average: 31.38 | Highest Score: 88

🏆 World Record Alert!

In the 2022–23 Vijay Hazare Trophy, Jagadeesan became the first cricketer in the world to score five consecutive centuries in List A cricket. His 277-run knock off just 141 balls is the highest individual score in men’s List A history.

IPL Journey

He debuted in the IPL with Chennai Super Kings and later moved to Kolkata Knight Riders in 2023. Though his appearances were limited, he showed promise as a top-order batsman and backup keeper.

India Call-Up: July 2025

After Rishabh Pant’s injury during the 4th Test vs England, Jagadeesan was named as wicketkeeping cover for the 5th Test at The Oval (July 31, 2025). He was on the BCCI’s “targeted players list” and received his visa quickly to join Team India.

Why Jagadeesan Deserves the Spotlight

• Consistent performances in red and white-ball formats
• Reliable wicketkeeper with over 180 dismissals
• Holds multiple national and world records
• Excellent temperament and adaptability

Career Summary Table

Sources & References

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