Ravichandran Ashwin showcased his all-round abilities in the first Test against Bangladesh at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. His remarkable contributions led India to a commanding 280-run victory, where he not only top-scored with 113 runs in the first innings but also claimed six wickets in the second innings (6/88). For his outstanding performance, Ashwin was named Player of the Match, further solidifying his status as one of cricket’s greats.
Records Broken by Ashwin
In this match, Ashwin broke several significant records that underline his remarkable career:
- Most Five-Wicket Hauls in WTC History: Ashwin’s six wickets in the second innings brought his tally to 11 five-wicket hauls in the World Test Championship (WTC), surpassing Australia’s Nathan Lyon, who has 10.
- Leading Wicket-Taker in Fourth Innings: With 99 wickets in fourth innings of Test matches, Ashwin surpassed Anil Kumble’s record, establishing himself as India’s leading wicket-taker in such scenarios.
- Oldest to Achieve Five-Wicket Haul: At 38 years and 5 days, Ashwin became the oldest Indian to claim a five-wicket haul in Tests, breaking Vinoo Mankad’s record set in 1955.
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Milestones Achieved
In addition to breaking records, Ashwin achieved significant milestones:
- Eighth Leading Wicket-Taker in Tests: With a total of 522 wickets in 101 matches, Ashwin has surpassed the legendary Courtney Walsh’s record of 519 wickets.
- 1000 Runs and 100 Wickets in WTC: His century in the first innings allowed him to join a select group of players, becoming only the second cricketer after Ravindra Jadeja to score 1000 runs and take over 100 wickets in WTC.
Ashwin’s performance is a testament to his skill and determination, making him a crucial asset for the Indian cricket team as they look to build on this success in the upcoming matches.
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