Ravichandran Ashwin Enters Exclusive Club with 500th Test Wicket

In a remarkable display of skill and consistency on the second day of the action-packed 3rd Test between India and England at Saurashtra’s Niranjan Shah Stadium, veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin etched his name in cricketing history by claiming his 500th Test wicket. Leading India’s bowling charge with precision and guile, Ashwin provided the much-needed breakthrough for his team by dismissing Zak Crawley in the third session of play.

Ashwin’s achievement catapults him into an exclusive club, marking him as only the second-fastest bowler to reach this remarkable milestone, both in terms of matches played and balls bowled. With a total of 25,715 balls delivered, Ashwin’s journey to 500 wickets trails closely behind the legendary Glenn McGrath, who achieved the feat in 25,528 balls.

Remarkably, Ashwin achieved this milestone in his 98th Test match, surpassing the great Anil Kumble, who accomplished the feat in 105 matches. However, the unparalleled Muttiah Muralitharan leads the pack, achieving 500 wickets in just 87 Tests.

This historic moment adds another feather to Ashwin’s cap, following his impressive performance in the previous Test where he outsmarted England’s Ollie Pope to claim his 498th Test wicket. Ashwin’s consistency and ability to outfox batsmen have made him a vital asset for the Indian cricket team.

Furthermore, with the crucial dismissal of Zak Crawley, Ashwin not only reached the coveted 500-wicket mark but also surpassed BS Chandrasekhar to become India’s leading wicket-taker against England in Test cricket.

As Ravichandran Ashwin continues to script his legacy in the annals of cricketing history, his 500th Test wicket stands as a testament to his unparalleled skill, dedication, and mastery of spin bowling.