[Watch] Ravindra Jadeja's Sensational Delivery Knocks Over Steve Smith 

Team India celebrates Australia's wicket [AP]

Ravindra Jadeja, the Indian all-rounder who had been under scrutiny and questioned for his place in the India Squad, delivered a resounding answer to his critics during a crucial ODI World Cup encounter. The spotlight was on Jadeja as he walked onto the field, but it was his exceptional performance that left a lasting impact, particularly his dismissal of the key Australian batsman, Steve Smith.

The high-stakes match between India and Australia took place on the 8th of October at the iconic M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. After a hard-fought three-match ODI series, both teams were eager to assert their dominance in the World Cup.

The turning point of the match came in the 28th over when Ravindra Jadeja, fondly known as "Sir Jadeja" by his fans, delivered a dream delivery that sent Steve Smith back to the pavilion. At that crucial juncture, Steve Smith was just four runs away from reaching his half-century, and his wicket was pivotal for India.

Jadeja's delivery was nothing short of magnificent. It was a good-length delivery, pitching on the middle stump, before spinning away sharply. This vicious turn was enough to deceive Steve Smith and rattle his off-stump. The precision and guile in Jadeja's delivery left everyone in awe, and it was a moment of sheer brilliance.

Watch - Jadeja's magical delivery 

As Smith made his way back to the dressing room with 46 runs to his name, the Ma Chidambaram Stadium erupted with applause for Jadeja. His performance not only silenced his critics but also shifted the momentum in India's favor. It was a pivotal breakthrough that showcased Jadeja's ability to make a difference when it matters the most.

At the time of writing, Australia stood at 119 for 3 wickets, with Marnus Labuschagne and Glenn Maxwell still battling on the crease. The match was far from over, but Jadeja's exceptional delivery had undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the game.