By Akshat Jain | Updated: July 3, 2025 1:50 PM IST
In this collection of pictures we shall know the star cricketer who was dangerous like Virender Sehwag, hits sixes like Chris Gayle but alcohol addiction ruined his career. Let's dive in.
New Zealand's explosive left-handed opener Jesse Ryder was once compared to Virender Sehwag. His talent was undeniable, but a turbulent past overshadowed his career.
Jesse Ryder had made a great start to his career by scoring a double century in his eighth match. He was an expert in hitting long sixes like Chris Gayle. Ryder had the ability to thrash any bowler in the world. However, drug addiction and controversies derailed his career.
Jesse Ryder's love for late-night parties often led to absences in team meetings and disciplinary actions. This pattern was repeated throughout his career. This derailed his career and he could not become a big player.
A brutal attack in 2013 left Jesse Ryder with severe head injuries and in a coma. His recovery was long and difficult. After recovering, Ryder returned to international cricket in 2014 and played against India. This proved to be his last series.
Jesse Ryder played for New Zealand in all three formats. He scored 1269 runs in 18 Test matches at an average of 40.94. During this, he scored 3 centuries and 6 half-centuries. His highest score in Tests was 201 runs. In ODIs, he scored 1362 runs in 48 matches. Ryder's average was 33.22 and strike rate was 95.32. He scored 3 centuries and 6 half-centuries in ODIs. Apart from this, in 22 T20 matches, he scored 457 runs at an average of 22.85 and strike rate of 127.66.
Jesse Ryder also got a chance to play in IPL. He has been a member of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Pune Warriors India, Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals). He scored 604 runs in 29 IPL matches at an average of 21.57 and a strike rate of 131.88. During this, he scored four half-centuries.