Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin etched his name in the history books by becoming the highest wicket-taker in the ICC World Test Championship during the second Test against New Zealand in Pune. With his wickets of Tom Latham and Will Young on Day 1, Ashwin surpassed Australian legend Nathan Lyon to claim the top spot. This remarkable achievement adds another feather to the cap of the veteran all-rounder, who continues to be a force to be reckoned with in Test cricket.
India thrashed Bangladesh by a massive 280 runs in the first Test, with R Ashwin starring with both bat and ball. The victory saw several records broken and milestones achieved, showcasing India’s dominance and Bangladesh’s struggles.
India’s star off-spinner R. Ashwin delivered a sensational performance in the first Test against Bangladesh, scoring a century and taking a five-wicket haul to secure a dominant victory for his team.
Indian off-spinner R. Ashwin achieved his sixth Test century, this time against Bangladesh at Chennai’s M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. This remarkable feat marks his second consecutive hundred at Chepauk, solidifying his dominance on the pitch.
Dindigul Dragons, led by captain R. Ashwin’s brilliant batting and tactical brilliance, secured their first-ever TNPL championship with a dominant six-wicket win over Lyca Kovai Kings in the final. Ashwin’s half-century and a crucial partnership with B. Indrajith steered the Dragons to victory after a disciplined bowling performance restricted Kovai Kings to a modest total.
Sunil Narine has been a standout performer for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024, showcasing both batting and bowling brilliance. He has become their second-highest run-scorer and has also taken 13 wickets, solidifying his position as one of the best all-rounders in the tournament. Notably, Jasprit Bumrah leads the Purple Cap race with 17 dismissals, while Narine ranks fifth with an impressive economy of 6.72. Commenting on the bowlers’ performances, Rajasthan Royals star R Ashwin praised Bumrah and Narine, but refrained from discussing Narine’s bowling action, which has been a subject of scrutiny in the past.
Rajasthan Royals’ (RR) Keshav Maharaj has hailed his teammates, R Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal, while expressing gratitude for sharing the same franchise with the Indian spin duo in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Maharaj has emerged as a dependable spin option for RR since his debut, learning from Ashwin’s experience and trying to emulate Chahal’s white-ball brilliance. The Royals, who have been in sensational form this season, will rely on their bowling unit, including Maharaj, Chahal, and Trent Boult, as they face Mumbai Indians on Monday.
