Explained: What does Ravindra Jadeja's horse-style bat sticker mean?

India’s veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is well known for his love of horses. He has often spoken about his passion for horse riding and has also shared his connection with horses with fans. Jadeja, who hails from Saurashtra in Gujarat, has a strong personal connection with the sport.

Recently, the India all-rounder caught the attention of fans after using a bat with a new horse sticker during India’s practice session ahead of the Test series against Sri Lanka. The unusual sticker quickly went viral on social media, with fans curious to know why the all-rounder chose a horse design for his bat.

Jadeja is set to use the horse-stickered bat in the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka, which begins on August 15 at the Galle International Stadium. With the sticker becoming a talking point among fans, here is everything you need to know about the inspiration behind Jadeja’s new bat sticker.

Ravindra Jadeja spotted with a 'Horse' sticker on his bat during India's practice session at NCC grounds

India’s veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is well known for his love of horses. He has often spoken about his passion for horse riding and has also shared his connection with horses with fans. Jadeja, who hails from Saurashtra in Gujarat, has a strong personal connection with the sport.

Recently, Jadeja caught the attention of fans after using a bat with a new horse sticker during India’s practice session ahead of the Test series against Sri Lanka. The unusual sticker quickly went viral on social media, with fans curious to know why the all-rounder chose a horse design for his bat.

What does Ravindra Jadeja's 'Horse'-style bat sticker signify?

Ravindra Jadeja’s horse-style bat sticker reflects his deep love for horses and his connection with his Rajput heritage. The Indian all-rounder is often seen riding horses during his free time and has spoken publicly about his passion for horse riding. His famous sword celebration is also seen as a reflection of his pride in his heritage.

Jadeja owns and breeds horses and has used horse-themed designs on his bats in the past. His previous bats have featured the emblem of a Marwari Stallion, an indigenous horse breed from Rajasthan. The new horse sticker is another reflection of his strong connection with horses and his cultural roots.

The inspiration behind the sticker is also linked to Jadeja’s love for his pet horses. He reportedly keeps several horses at his farmhouse in Jamnagar, Gujarat, including a Marwari stallion and a horse named Vaari. The veteran cricketer has also shared several photos and videos of himself riding horses on his social media accounts.

Fans react to Jadeja's new bat sticker and excellent form in the practice match

Ravindra Jadeja impressed fans with his performance in India’s three-day practice match against Sri Lanka Cricket XI at the Nondescripts Club Ground in Colombo. The No. 1-ranked ICC Test all-rounder scored a useful 63 in the first innings and added 22 in the second before retiring hurt while India were chasing 207.

India eventually completed a six-wicket victory in the 45th and final over. Jadeja’s solid performance gave the team a major boost ahead of the important two-Test series against Sri Lanka. His new horse sticker also caught the attention of fans during the practice match. Here is how the fans reacted on X:

Shubman Gill was another major positive for India as he returned to bat in the fourth innings after missing the first two days due to a hand injury suffered during a net session. The Indian captain scored 44 and shared a 100-run opening partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal, helping India secure the win.