In a spectacular display of spin bowling, Ravichandran Ashwin achieved a remarkable milestone by equalling the legendary Shane Warne’s tally of 37 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket. Ashwin’s clinical performance against Bangladesh in the ongoing Chennai Test saw him dismantle the opposition, finishing with figures of 5 wickets, bringing India back into the game after a challenging start.
Ashwin, who had already contributed significantly with the bat by scoring a century, showcased his all-round abilities, beginning his bowling rampage with the wicket of Shadman Islam. He then bamboozled Mominul Haque with a sharp-turning delivery, followed by the key wickets of Mushfiqur Rahim, Shakib Al Hasan, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz, completing his 37th Test five-wicket haul.
With this milestone, Ashwin joins Warne in second place on the all-time list of most five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, with Sri Lankan spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan leading the chart with an astonishing 67 five-wicket hauls.
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The home boy enjoyed a fabulous test match to start the ongoing home season. He scored a hundred as well as completed a fifer to have a flawless test match. Post his five wicket haul, his family was uploading the champ for his sheer dominance in the test match.
Most Five-Wicket Hauls in Test Cricket:
- Muttiah Muralitharan – 67
- Shane Warne – 37
- Ravichandran Ashwin – 37
- Sir Richard Hadlee – 36
- Anil Kumble – 35
Since making his debut, Ashwin has been a dominant force for India, particularly in home conditions where his spin-bowling prowess has often proved unplayable. His latest feat further cements his legacy as one of India’s greatest all-rounders.
With Ashwin’s stellar bowling performance, India has won the first test match comprehensively against Bangladesh in this crucial Test match.
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