In the ongoing Test series between India and England, a historic victory in the third Test has put India in the lead by 2-1. As the teams gear up for the fourth Test in Ranchi starting on February 23, all eyes are on Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. With an impressive record of 348 wickets in Test cricket, Ashwin stands on the verge of achieving a significant milestone that could propel him to become the leading Indian wicket-taker.
Ashwin’s Quest for a Landmark
Ravichandran Ashwin, known for his stellar performances with the ball, is just three wickets away from surpassing the legendary Anil Kumble’s record of 350 wickets on Indian soil. As the fourth Test approaches, Ashwin has an opportunity to etch his name in the history books by claiming three wickets and surpassing Kumble’s tally.
Current Leading Wicket-Takers on Home Soil
Anil Kumble: 350 wickets
Ravichandran Ashwin: 348 wickets
Harbhajan Singh: 265 wickets
Kapil Dev: 219 wickets
Ravindra Jadeja: 206 wickets
If Ashwin manages to achieve this feat in the upcoming Test match, he will not only make a significant contribution to India’s chances in the series but will also solidify his position as one of the greatest spinners in Indian cricket history.
Ashwin’s International Career
Ravichandran Ashwin made his Test debut in 2011, and since then, he has played 98 Test matches, taking a total of 501 wickets. His all-round skills have also seen him amass 3308 runs with the bat. In the One Day Internationals (ODIs), Ashwin has played 116 matches, claiming 156 wickets. In T20 internationals, he has participated in 65 matches, securing 72 wickets.
The Ranchi Test
As the teams gear up for the fourth Test in Ranchi, cricket enthusiasts and fans are eagerly awaiting Ashwin’s performance. If he manages to achieve the milestone of 351 wickets, he will not only surpass Anil Kumble but also set a new benchmark for future spinners in Indian cricket.
Ravichandran Ashwin’s potential record-breaking performance in the upcoming Test adds an extra layer of excitement to the ongoing series between India and England. Cricket fans around the world will be watching closely as Ashwin aims to make history and contribute to India’s success in the fourth Test match.