Jaydev Unadkat
Role: Bowler (Left-arm fast-medium)
DOB: 18 October 1991
IPL Team (2026): Unsold
Base Price: –
IPL CAREER STATISTICS (Updated April 2026)
Batting & Fielding
| Year | Mat | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | BF | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s | CT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 97 | 37 | 19 | 166 | 24* | 9.22 | 169 | 98.23 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 5 | 29 |
| 2023 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 10 | 7* | 10.00 | 10 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | 15 | 6 | 4 | 27 | 14* | 13.50 | 22 | 122.72 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2021 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 20 | 11* | 10.00 | 18 | 111.11 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 2020 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 5* | 5.00 | 10 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 6* | 5.00 | 11 | 90.90 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2018 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 7* | 5.33 | 15 | 106.66 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2017 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 24 | 10* | 24.00 | 22 | 109.09 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 1 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 7.50 | 11 | 136.36 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 9* | 10.00 | 10 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | – | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling
| Year | Mat | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | SR | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 97 | 1969 | 2779 | 96 | 5/30 | 28.94 | 8.46 | 20.51 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | 10 | 192 | 290 | 5 | 2/29 | 58.00 | 9.06 | 38.40 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 276 | 415 | 13 | 2/32 | 31.92 | 9.02 | 21.23 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 144 | 203 | 4 | 3/25 | 50.75 | 8.45 | 36.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 156 | 229 | 4 | 2/26 | 57.25 | 8.80 | 39.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 11 | 228 | 344 | 10 | 2/26 | 34.40 | 9.05 | 22.80 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 | 342 | 473 | 11 | 3/46 | 43.00 | 8.29 | 31.09 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 276 | 318 | 24 | 5/30 | 13.25 | 6.91 | 11.50 | 2 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 | 12 | 18 | 0 | 0/18 | – | 9.00 | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 11 | 240 | 350 | 16 | 3/23 | 21.87 | 8.75 | 15.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 | 60 | 91 | 1 | 1/26 | 91.00 | 9.10 | 60.00 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 13 | 276 | 380 | 13 | 3/21 | 29.23 | 8.26 | 21.23 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 12 | 18 | 0 | 0/18 | – | 9.00 | – | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 3 | 30 | 42 | 0 | 0/14 | – | 8.40 | – | 0 | 0 |
The Story of Jaydev Unadkat
Hailing from Porbandar, Gujarat, Jaydev Unadkat emerged as a promising left-arm pacer in the Indian domestic circuit before making his IPL debut for Kolkata Knight Riders in 2010. A tall, lanky bowler, Unadkat quickly gained attention for his ability to swing the new ball and, more importantly, his deceptive variations at the death. His early years saw him bounce between franchises, showing flashes of brilliance but struggling for consistent impact.
The turning point in Unadkat’s IPL career, and indeed his reputation, came in the 2017 season with Rising Pune Supergiant. Under the astute captaincy of MS Dhoni and Steve Smith, Unadkat transformed into a death-overs specialist, unleashing a potent arsenal of slower balls, cutters, and knuckleballs that bamboozled batsmen. He famously picked up a hat-trick against Sunrisers Hyderabad, including the crucial wicket of MS Dhoni in a later game, and finished the season as the second-highest wicket-taker with 24 scalps at an astonishing average of 13.25.
This breakthrough season cemented his place as one of the most sought-after Indian pacers, leading to massive auction bids in subsequent years. While he hasn’t quite replicated the magic of 2017 consistently, Unadkat remains a bowler with a high cricket IQ, capable of delivering match-winning spells on his day. His ability to bowl difficult overs and adapt to different conditions has kept him relevant in the high-stakes world of the IPL.
IPL Journey: Team by Team
Jaydev Unadkat’s IPL journey is a fascinating tale of fluctuating fortunes and high auction prices. He started with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2010 (₹13.8 Lakhs) and played three matches. After a stint with Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2011 (₹13.8 Lakhs), he found more game time with Delhi Daredevils (now Capitals) in 2013, where he picked up 13 wickets. He then moved to Royal Challengers Bangalore again in 2014 (₹1.1 Crores) and Delhi Daredevils in 2015 (₹1.1 Crores), performing decently with 16 wickets in 2015.
His career-defining season came with Rising Pune Supergiant in 2017, where his 24 wickets made him a sensation. This performance led to a bidding war, with Rajasthan Royals securing him for a staggering ₹11.5 Crores in the 2018 auction. He was retained by RR for ₹8.4 Crores in 2019 and then bought back for ₹3 Crores in 2020, and again for ₹2.4 Crores in 2021, highlighting his perceived value despite inconsistent returns. In 2022, Mumbai Indians acquired him for ₹1.3 Crores, where he played 15 matches and took 13 wickets. His most recent IPL appearances were for Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023, where he was bought by LSG for ₹50 Lakhs. His journey underscores the IPL’s dynamic nature, with teams often investing heavily in proven Indian pace talent.
What Makes Them Special: Betting Perspective
From a betting standpoint, Jaydev Unadkat is a bowler of high variance, making him an intriguing, albeit risky, proposition. His primary strength lies in his mastery of slower balls and cutters, particularly effective on pitches that offer some grip or are slower in nature. When these variations land consistently, he can be a wicket-taking machine in the middle and death overs, making him a strong bet for “Most Wickets” in specific matches or “Over/Under Wickets” props.
However, his weakness is susceptibility to being expensive on flat tracks or when his variations are read early. His economy rate can balloon, especially against power-hitters who target his predictable lines if the slower ball isn’t executed perfectly. Bettors should look for conditions: dry, slightly worn pitches in the second innings are his playground. Against teams with strong death-over hitters, betting against his economy rate might be prudent. His consistency metrics have dipped since 2017, so recent form and specific match-ups (e.g., against batsmen who struggle with left-arm pace or slower deliveries) are crucial considerations. He’s also a decent fielder, occasionally contributing with catches, but his batting is negligible for betting purposes.
Key Records & Milestones
- Second-highest wicket-taker in IPL 2017 with 24 wickets for Rising Pune Supergiant.
- One of only two bowlers to take a hat-trick and a five-wicket haul in the same IPL season (2017).
- Boasts a career-best IPL bowling figure of 5/30 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2017.
- One of the most expensive Indian pacers in IPL auction history, fetching ₹11.5 Crores in 2018.
- Has played for 8 different IPL franchises, showcasing his enduring presence in the league.
IPL Season Highlights
Jaydev Unadkat’s career is largely defined by his sensational 2017 IPL season with Rising Pune Supergiant. He was unplayable at times, particularly in the death overs. A standout performance was his 5/30 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, which included a last-over hat-trick to seal a thrilling victory. He consistently delivered crucial breakthroughs, including a 3/12 against his former team Delhi Daredevils, helping RPS reach the final. His average of 13.25 and economy of 6.91 that year were truly elite.
Another strong showing came in IPL 2015 for Delhi Daredevils, where he picked up 16 wickets from 11 matches at an average of 21.87. This season showcased his ability to take wickets upfront and in the middle overs, with a best of 3/23 against Kings XI Punjab. While not as dominant as 2017, it was a solid display of his wicket-taking prowess. More recently, in IPL 2022 for Mumbai Indians, Unadkat played 15 matches, securing 13 wickets. Though his economy was higher (9.02), he showed glimpses of his old form, contributing with crucial wickets like his 2/32 against his former team Rajasthan Royals.