The second Test between India and Bangladesh begins on Friday, September 27.
Ravichandran Ashwin delivered a stellar performance with both bat and ball, leading India to a commanding 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test of the series. The 38-year-old showcased his prowess by scoring his sixth century (113) and then claiming six wickets in the second innings, equalling the legendary Shane Warne for the second-most five-wicket hauls in Test cricket history. As the team prepares for the second Test in Kanpur, Ashwin stands on the cusp of breaking six different records. Let us delve into the comprehensive list of achievements that Ashwin is on the verge of attaining.
1. 1st Indian to take 100 wickets in the fourth innings of Test matches
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Ashwin currently holds the record for the most wickets taken in the fourth innings of a Test match among Indian players. If he takes just one more wicket in the final innings, he will become the first Indian and the sixth bowler overall to achieve the milestone of 100 wickets in the fourth innings.
2. Highest wicket-taker in India vs Bangladesh Tests
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Ashwin is on the verge of surpassing Zaheer Khan's total of 31 wickets in Test matches played between India and Bangladesh. With just three more wickets needed, Ashwin is poised to become the leading wicket-taker in this particular series.
3. Leading wicket-taker in WTC cycle 2023-25
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Ashwin is on the verge of surpassing Josh Hazlewood as the leading wicket-taker in the ongoing WTC cycle. With just four more wickets, Ashwin will reach a total of 52 wickets.
4. Second-most fifers in Test cricket history
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Ashwin is currently tied with Australian cricket legend Shane Warne for the second-most five-wicket hauls in Test history, with 37 each. Achieving one more five-wicket haul would elevate Ashwin to sole possession of second place in this prestigious record.
5. Leading wicket-taker in WTC history
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Ashwin is just eight wickets away from surpassing Australian spinner Nathan Lyon as the leading wicket-taker in the history of the World Test Championship. Lyon currently holds the record with 187 wickets, while Ashwin closely follows in second place with 180.
6. Seventh-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket history
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Ashwin is currently only 8 wickets away from surpassing Lyon and claiming the seventh spot on the all-time highest wicket-takers list in Test cricket. With just nine more wickets, Ashwin will solidify his position as one of the top bowlers in the history of the sport.
