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Ravindra Jadeja, India’s star all-rounder, has etched his name in cricketing history by becoming the second-fastest player to complete the remarkable double of 300 wickets and 3,000 runs in Test cricket. This milestone was achieved during the second Test match against Bangladesh at Kanpur’s Green Park Stadium, where he claimed his 300th wicket by dismissing tailender Khaled Ahmed, contributing to Bangladesh‘s total of 233 runs in their first innings.
A Historic Achievement
Jadeja’s journey to this landmark began with a beautifully executed delivery that turned sharply, enticing Ahmed into a defensive shot that resulted in a leading edge. The ball looped back to Jadeja, who made no mistake in taking the catch. This wicket not only marked his 300th but also placed him among an elite group of Indian bowlers who have reached this significant milestone. He is now the seventh Indian bowler to achieve this feat, joining legends like Anil Kumble and Ravichandran Ashwin.
Notably, Jadeja reached the milestone of 300 wickets and 3000 runs in just 74 Tests, making him the second-fastest overall behind England‘s Ian Botham, who accomplished it in 72 Tests. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as Jadeja is also the first Indian left-arm spinner to reach 300 Test wickets.
Quickest to the Double
Jadeja’s statistics further enhance his standing as one of cricket’s premier all-rounders. With 3,122 runs at an average exceeding 36, he stands alongside Kapil Dev and Ashwin as the only Indians to have both 300 wickets and over 3,000 runs in Tests. His ability to contribute significantly with both bat and ball has been crucial for India, especially in Test victories where over 64% of his runs have come.
Fastest Players to Achieve 300 Wickets and 3000 Runs:
| Fastest to 3000 runs and 300 wickets | Matches | Runs (In That Test) | Wickets (In That Test) |
| Ian Botham | 72 | 4153 | 305 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 74* | 3122 | 300* |
| Imran Khan | 75 | 3000 | 341 |
| Kapil Dev | 83 | 3486 | 300 |
| Richard Hadlee | 83 | 3017 | 415 |
| Shaun Pollock | 87 | 3000 | 353 |
| R Ashwin | 88 | 3043 | 449 |
| Daniel Vettori | 94 | 3492 | 303 |
| Chaminda Vaas | 108 | 3050 | 351 |
| Stuart Broad | 121 | 3008 | 427 |
| Shane Warne | 142 | 3018 | 694 |
Team Performance
The match itself saw India dominate with their bowling attack. After lunch on Day Four, Bangladesh crumbled from 28 for 4, ultimately losing all ten wickets for just 233 runs. Jadeja’s performance was complemented by his teammates, showcasing a collective effort that has been a hallmark of India’s recent Test successes.
Following his landmark achievement, Jadeja received accolades from fans and teammates alike. His contribution has not only solidified his place in India’s cricketing history but also highlights the evolution of all-rounders in modern cricket.’s cricketing history but also highlights the evolution of all-rounders in modern cricket.
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