‘Never done intoxication, other players get addicted’:Rivaba backs and praised Ravindra Jadeja; Irfan-Dhoni’s hookah controversy resurfaces

Ravindra Jadeja’s wife and Gujarat minister Rivaba Jadeja has made a strong statement about the Indian all-rounder’s lifestyle. She said that her husband has ‘Never done any kind of intoxication till date’ and always lives a disciplined life. Her comments have quickly gone viral on social media, drawing mixed reactions from fans. Rivaba also compared Jadeja with other players, saying that while some Team India members fall into the habit of consuming intoxicants, Jadeja has always stayed away from such things. This remark has now become a major talking point online. At a public event, Rivaba highlighted how Jadeja has travelled around the world for cricket but still never touched any intoxicant. She said her husband went to many countries but remained disciplined everywhere, which is why she respects him a lot. ‘Went to play everywhere, but did not do intoxication’ – Rivaba Speaking about Jadeja’s lifestyle, Rivaba said, “Went to play everywhere, but did not do intoxication.” She added that Ravindra has played in London, Dubai and Australia, but he has always maintained distance from bad habits. According to her, “other players get caught up in such habits,” but Jadeja has never done so. Her comments are now being widely shared across social platforms. Also read: WATCH | Tilak Varma reaches half-century with a six: Jasprit Bumrah’s rare record in Mullanpur, Gill departs for golden duck; Jitesh run-out de Kock Jadeja’s personal life and IPL 2026 update Ravindra Jadeja married Rivaba Solanki on April 17, 2016. Their wedding was held in Rajkot, Gujarat, and all ceremonies were performed according to Rajput traditions. The couple often stays in the news because of their public roles and strong statements. In cricket news, Jadeja will play for the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. After spending 12 years with the Chennai Super Kings, he has been traded to Rajasthan. This move is special because Jadeja had played his very first IPL match in 2008 for the same franchise. In a way, he is returning to the team where his IPL journey began. Also read: T20I World Cup 2026 tickets up for sale from today: Starting price ₹100 in India and ₹290 in Sri Lanka; ICC tournament starts from 7 Feb Irfan Pathan vs MS Dhoni – Old allegation back in discussion Rivaba’s comments have also revived an old controversy related to former India captain MS Dhoni. Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan had once claimed that some players who “set up hookah for Dhoni” got more chances in the Indian team. He had suggested that since he did not do such things, he was sidelined. This old allegation is trending again after the interview resurfaced online. Australian cricketer George Bailey had also mentioned earlier that Dhoni liked hookah and would set it up in his hotel room. With Rivaba’s latest remarks going viral, both stories have come back into public discussion.