Constant Support: R Ashwin Dedicates 500 Test Wickets Milestone To His Father

RAJKOT: Ravichandran Ashwin’s jubilation echoed in Rajkot as he etched his name into cricket history, becoming the second Indian spinner to bag 500 Test wickets.

Dedicating this phenomenal achievement to his unwavering support system, he said, “It’s been a significant journey. I want to honor my father by dedicating my 500th wicket to him. He’s been by my side through every challenge I’ve faced, a steadfast source of support. Now that I’ve achieved 500 wickets, it’s time to focus on the game at hand, which hangs in the balance.”

His journey to 500 wasn’t a whirlwind. Ashwin patiently waited in the wings during Harbhajan Singh’s reign, honing his craft until he exploded onto the scene, weaving his magic on home soil just like his predecessor.

Now, the second-fastest to reach this milestone (98 matches), his dominance is undeniable – 351 wickets at a mind-blowing average of 21.26 in India, and 149 abroad at a respectable 30.40.

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The crucial breakthrough came quickly, surpassing B.S. Chandrasekhar and elevating him to India’s highest wicket-taker against England in Tests.

From surpassing Chandrasekhar’s record with his 96th wicket to dismissing Joe Root in the previous Test, Ashwin has been inching closer to this landmark with every delivery.

His 34 five-wicket hauls and 8 ten-wicket hauls stand as testaments to his relentless pursuit of excellence. Ashwin has not just joined the 500-wicket club, he has spun his way into the pantheon of cricketing legends, leaving behind a legacy that will inspire generations to come.

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