IND vs ENG 3rd Test Live Updates: Ashwin’s Milestone Moment
Bowling Turnaround:
- With the fast bowlers ineffective, Captain Rohit Sharma turned to spinners to make an impact in the ongoing test match against England in Rajkot.
- Ben Duckett added pressure on the Indian team with a dynamic innings, complicating the situation for the hosts. Zach Crowley provided steady support with cautious batting.
Ashwin’s Masterstroke:
- R Ashwin, leveraging his vast experience, made a significant breakthrough by dismissing Zach Crowley, providing India with a crucial wicket. This wicket also marked Ashwin’s achievement of reaching 500 wickets in Test cricket.
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Milestone in Wicket-Taking:
- R Ashwin joins an elite group, becoming the second-highest wicket-taker for India, surpassing the 500-wicket mark. He now stands behind only Anil Kumble in this prestigious list.
- Ashwin’s achievement is not only a personal milestone but also a historic moment in Indian cricket, showcasing his prowess as a premier spin bowler
Top Wicket-Takers:
- Ashwin’s 500 wickets place him among cricket legends:
- Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka) – 800 wickets
- Shane Warne (Australia) – 708 wickets
- James Anderson (England) – 696 wickets
- Anil Kumble (India) – 619 wickets
- Stuart Broad (England) – 608 wickets
- Glenn McGrath (Australia) – 563 wickets
- Courtney Walsh (West Indies) – 519 wickets
- Nathan Lyon (Australia) – 517 wickets
- R Ashwin (India) – 500 wickets
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