Team India and England completed their five-match Test series. After starting the series with a 28-run defeat, they made a remarkable comeback. In that series, Ravichandran Ashwin was in an outstanding form. He played his 100th Test in the series and registered 500 wickets in Test format. But recently, he posted something on social media that grabbed attention.
Ashwin’s Post:
Ravichandran Ashwin, a legendary spinner for the Indian team, has been a crucial asset since his Test debut against West Indies in 2011. In that memorable match, he showcased his brilliance by claiming 3 wickets in the first innings and an impressive 6 wickets in the second, concluding with a remarkable spell of 9/128. Ashwin’s impactful performance marked the beginning of a stellar career, establishing him as one of India’s finest spin bowlers and a consistent match-winner.
His excellence continued even in the 100th Test match. In the fifth Test match in Dharamsala, Ashwin played his 100th Test match. In that match, he picked up 4 wickets in the first innings and 5 wickets in the second one. He ended the match with a spell of 9/128 which is the same as his debut spell. After sharing a picture of both the spells, Ashwin wrote, “No improvement after all these years of playing the game. Only my mom can say things like this.” Fans are drooling over this hilarious post made by the legendary spinner.
Ashwin’s Incredible Performance Against England:
In a remarkable feat, India’s seasoned off-spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, has claimed the coveted number one rank in the latest ICC men’s Test bowling rankings. This impressive ascent follows Ashwin’s exceptional performances in the five-match Test series against England. Throughout the series, Ashwin showcased his mastery of spin, securing a total of 26 wickets and delivering two memorable five-wicket hauls. His stellar contributions played a pivotal role in India’s commanding victories in the final two Tests held in Ranchi and Dharamshala.
Adding to his achievements, Ashwin reached the monumental milestone of 500 Test wickets during the 3rd Test match in Rajkot. This remarkable feat places him in an elite club, joining the likes of Anil Kumble as only the second Indian bowler to achieve this historic landmark. Notably, Ashwin’s outstanding performances have led to him replacing premier Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah as the number one ranked bowler in the ICC Men’s Test rankings for bowlers, cementing his status as a true maestro of the spinning ball.
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