Ravidra Jadeja’s bat failed the gauge test on Friday during CSK vs SRH Match
Published By : Satya Mohapatra
| April 26, 2025 12:41 PM
Jadeja Bat Incident – a cheeky smile and change of bat
The Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad on Friday, April 25th, brought attention to the new regulations regarding bat dimensions. Chennai's Ravindra Jadeja required a replacement bat after his initial equipment failed the mandatory on-field gauge test, showcasing the league's stricter enforcement in this season.
Upon arriving at the crease, Ravindra Jadeja presented his bat to the on-field umpire for the compulsory check using a gauge designed to ensure compliance with legal dimensions. Despite several attempts, including Jadeja tapping the bat, the initial bat failed to pass through the gauge. Following protocol, a replacement bat was brought onto the field by a substitute player, which subsequently passed the test, allowing Jadeja to commence his innings. The moment was had a mild and cheeky amusement by the player and noted by commentators.
The New Bat Dimension Regulations
This incident prominently displayed a significant rule change for the 2025 IPL season. Unlike previous years where bat checks were typically conducted before match days, the current regulations mandate an on-field check for every batsman (excluding openers, whose bats are checked by the fourth umpire prior to play) before they face their first delivery. The gauge ensures bats adhere to permitted dimensions: width not exceeding 4.25 inches (10.8 cm), depth no more than 2.64 inches (6.7 cm), and edges within 1.56 inches (4.0 cm), with specific limits on the bat's curve.
Much to the Amusement…
Commentators, including former Australian captain Michael Clarke, remarked positively on the new rule, emphasizing its importance for maintaining equipment standards during play. The immediate application of the rule directly before a player bats ensures real-time compliance.
The incident involving Ravindra Jadeja's bat served as a clear, of IPL's commitment to enforcing equipment regulations directly on the field. This aims to ensure all bats used during play strictly conform to the established laws of the game.
