Witness the historic moment as Ashwin Jadeja Partnership became the second Indian pair to achieve 500 Test wickets together, cementing their legacy as cricketing legends.
In a historic moment during the 2nd Test between West Indies and India, Ashwin Jadeja Partnership achieved a remarkable milestone in Test cricket. On Day 4 of the match held in Port of Spain on Sunday, July 23, this formidable pair became only the second duo from India to reach 500 Test wickets together, following in the footsteps of the legendary pairing of Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh.
R Ashwin claimed two wickets in the final session of Day 4, marking the monumental event. First, he dismissed debutant Kirk McKenzie for a duck, trapping him LBW. Shortly after that, he sent West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite back to the pavilion for the fourth time in the series.
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500-Wicket Milestone Achieved
In their 49th Test match as a pair, Ashwin Jadeja Partnership reached the coveted 500-wicket milestone. Ashwin contributed 274 wickets, while Jadeja added 226 wickets to this extraordinary tally. Together, they have amassed an impressive total of thirty-two 5-wicket hauls and eight 10-wicket hauls in the Tests they have played together thus far.
While Ashwin is closing in on the significant landmark of 500 Test wickets, Jadeja’s growth into an effective left-arm spinner has been pivotal for his selection, especially in overseas Tests. With his improved batting ability, Jadeja has often played a crucial role in the team alongside Ashwin.
Comparing their records with other famous Indian pairs in Test cricket, Ashwin Jadeja Partnership stands tall. Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh, with 501 wickets, hold the top spot with their impressive performance in 54 Test matches, closely followed by Ashwin and Jadeja. The Bishan Singh Bedi and BS Chandrasekhar pair secured 368 wickets in 42 test matches.
A Perfect Bowling Combination
The duo of Ashwin Jadeja Partnership has been pivotal in India’s dominance in Test cricket. Their bowling styles complement each other perfectly. Jadeja’s tight lines and stump-targeting allow Ashwin to express himself freely and take calculated risks.
Ashwin himself has often praised the impact of bowling in tandem with Jadeja. During the Border-Gavaskar Trophy earlier in the year, he emphasized the significance of having Jadeja as his bowling partner. He also lauded Jadeja’s batting and exceptional fielding skills.
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Brilliance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
In the four-match BGT series, Ashwin and Jadeja showcased their brilliance leading India to victory. Ashwin’s performance, with 25 wickets and 86 runs in the series, included his 31st five-wicket haul in Test cricket, equalling Anil Kumble’s record for the most fifers by an Indian. Meanwhile, Jadeja’s impressive all-round display with 22 wickets and 135 runs significantly contributed to India’s success in the series.
With Ashwin Jadeja Partnership continuing to thrive as a potent force in Test cricket, India’s bowling attack remains a force to be reckoned with.
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