Ashwin Shatters These Records As India Hammers Bangladesh In Chennai Test

Ravichandran Ashwin delivered a stellar all-round performance to power India to a commanding 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test in Chennai.

His heroics helped India take a 1-0 lead in the series. Ashwin’s contributions with both bat and ball were pivotal, rescuing India from a difficult position in the first innings and then spinning his team to a comprehensive win.

Ashwin’s Milestone Achievements

Ashwin’s six-wicket haul (6/88) on the fourth day secured him a significant milestone, becoming the fourth spinner in history to claim over 750 international wickets.

Victory by 2⃣8⃣0⃣ runs in the 1st Test in Chennai 🙌#TeamIndia take a 1⃣-0⃣ lead in the series 👏👏

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He joins an elite list alongside Muthiah Muralidaran, Shane Warne, and Anil Kumble. Ashwin’s achievement also propelled him to eighth on the all-time list of leading Test wicket-takers, surpassing Courtney Walsh’s 519 wickets. Ashwin now has 522 Test wickets to his name.

This was also Ashwin’s 37th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, placing him second on the all-time list, tied with Shane Warne (37) and behind Muralidaran (67). His phenomenal performance earned him the Player of the Match award.

Match Highlights

Bangladesh entered Day Four with six wickets in hand and their experienced pair of Najmul Hossain Shanto and Shakib Al Hasan at the crease.

The duo managed to keep India at bay for the first hour of play. However, Ashwin’s introduction quickly turned the tide, as he dismissed Shakib in his very first over.

Bangladesh’s batting line-up crumbled soon after, losing six wickets for just 40 runs. Shanto offered some resistance with a gritty 82 off 127 balls, but it wasn’t enough to prevent a collapse.

Ashwin’s all-round excellence was not limited to his bowling. He scored a crucial century in the first innings, lifting India from a precarious position of 144/6.

Ashwin’s Homecoming Delight

Reflecting on his match-winning performance, Ashwin expressed his delight at playing in front of his home crowd in Chennai.

“Playing in Chennai is always special. I’ve watched a lot of cricket here as a fan, and to perform in front of these stands is an amazing feeling,” he said. Ashwin also credited his focused mindset, balancing his natural bowling instincts with a growing emphasis on his batting.

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