Ravindra Jadeja’s Father Accuses Daughter-In-Law of Family Feud in Scathing Interview
**Ravindra Jadeja’s father, Anirudh Singh Jadeja, has levelled explosive accusations against his daughter-in-law, BJP MLA Rivaba Jadeja, in a recent interview, reigniting a family feud that first erupted during the 2022 Gujarat Assembly elections.** The claims-ranging from asset disputes to financial misconduct-have forced the India all-rounder to defend his family publicly, marking a rare foray into his private life amid cricketing commitments.
Anirudh Singh, speaking to a newspaper, accused Rivaba of being the ‘root cause’ of the family’s estrangement, which he claims began shortly after their marriage to Ravindra Jadeja in 2016. He alleged that within a month of tying the knot, she demanded ownership of family assets, including Ravindra Jadeja’s restaurant, be transferred to her name. The dispute escalated further when Anirudh claimed Rivaba’s family used Ravindra Jadeja’s earnings-earned through cricket-to purchase high-end assets, including an Audi and a Rs 2 crore bungalow.
The India cricketer, known for his fiery on-field temperament, took to social media to dismiss the allegations as ‘baseless.’ In a statement, Jadeja called the interview ‘biased’ and expressed disappointment over attempts to ‘malign’ his family’s reputation. He stopped short of detailing the claims but emphasized his desire to keep certain matters private, despite having ‘much to say.’ The cricketer’s measured response contrasts with his father’s blunt accusations, highlighting the family’s fractured dynamic.
The Jadeja family dispute first gained public attention during the 2022 Gujarat Assembly elections, when political alliances and personal grievances reportedly clashed. Anirudh Singh’s latest interview suggests the rift has deepened, with Rivaba’s alleged actions-including isolating his granddaughter-being framed as deliberate provocations. The cricketer’s silence on the matter until now underscores how rarely he engages with off-field controversies, even as they directly involve him.
For a player whose career is built on precision under pressure, the family turmoil risks overshadowing his professional focus. Jadeja, currently a key player in India’s limited-overs squad, has faced scrutiny over past personal controversies, including his 2021 IPL fine for misconduct. This latest feud, if left unresolved, could further distract from his cricketing priorities, particularly as India gears up for upcoming series. The cricketer’s ability to compartmentalize such issues has been tested before-but this time, the stakes feel higher, with political and financial entanglements at play.