Ravichandran Ashwin completed his 500th Test wicket in the ongoing encounter against England.
The stalwart spinner is the second Indian cricketer to achieve this remarkable feat.
Cricket enthusiasts witnessed a historic moment in the ongoing third Test of the England red-ball tour to India at Rajkot. The maestro Ravichandran Ashwin achieved a remarkable milestone of 500th Test wickets. The cricketing world stood in awe as batter Zak Crawley became the 500th prey of Ashwin’s illustrious career. This achievement solidifies Ashwin’s position as one of the modern-day greats and marks him as only the second Indian to reach this monumental milestone.
Elite entry into the 500 Wicket Club
Ashwin’s entry into the exclusive 500-wicket club is a testament to his skill, dedication, and longevity in the sport. Only a handful of bowlers have reached this milestone, making it a prestigious achievement. The off-spinner joined an elite list of cricketing legends, annexing the likes of Muttiah Muralitharan, Shane Warne, James Anderson, Anil Kumble, Stuart Broad, Courtney Walsh and Nathan Lyon.
The Chennai-born-cricketer’s feat makes him the ninth bowler in the rich history of cricket to claim 500 Test wickets. This position in the top echelons of the sport underlines the enduring legacy he is creating, and it cements his place as one of the all-time greats.
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