About Jaydev Unadkat
Jaydev Unadkat is an Indian bowler who plays for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026. SRH retained him for ₹1 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ≈ ₹1.12 crore in 2011 (Kolkata Knight Riders) to ₹1 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹41.69 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Kolkata Knight Riders against Kings XI Punjab on 4 April 2010, he has played 116 IPL matches, scoring 201 runs and taking 114 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Jaydev Unadkat in IPL
- IPL finalist (2017, 2024): played in the final.
- Best bowling: 5/25 against Delhi Daredevils in 2013.
- Five-wicket hauls: 2 in the IPL.
- Best bowling season: 24 wickets in 2017.
- Player of the Match: 6 awards in the IPL.
- 116 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How Jaydev Unadkat’s Salary Compares at SRH
Jaydev Unadkat is the 13th highest-paid player in the 28-man SRH squad, taking about 0.8% of the team’s total player spend. The average SRH player earns about ₹4.33 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹1 crore.