Ravichandran Ashwin Breaks Anil Kumble’s Record in Test Match Against Bangladesh
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 21: Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin has surpassed Anil Kumble to become the Indian bowler with the most wickets in the fourth innings of a Test match. Ashwin achieved this milestone during the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai.
Match Highlights
After going wicketless in the first innings, Ashwin made a significant impact in the final innings while defending a large total of 515 runs. By the end of day three, Ashwin had taken three wickets for 63 runs in 15 overs, with an economy rate of 4.20.
In 35 innings, Ashwin has now taken 96 wickets in the fourth innings of a Test at an average of 19.4 and a strike rate of over 45, with his best bowling figures being 7/59. He has also taken six five-wicket hauls in the fourth innings of a Test match. This achievement has allowed him to surpass Kumble, who had 94 fourth innings wickets.
Ashwin has also tied with West Indies legend Courtney Walsh as the eighth-highest wicket-taker in Tests. In 101 Tests, Ashwin has taken 519 wickets at an average of 23.78, with his best figures being 7/59 and a total of 36 five-wicket hauls. Walsh also took 519 wickets in 132 Tests between 1984-2001.
India vs Bangladesh: Match Summary
Bangladesh won the toss and chose to field first. India’s top-order collapsed, leaving them at 34/3. However, Yashasvi Jaiswal (56) and Rishabh Pant (39) formed a 62-run partnership, bringing India back into the game. After being reduced to 144/6, Ashwin (113) and Ravindra Jadeja (86*) built a 199-run partnership, helping India reach 376 in 91.2 overs. Hasan Mahmud was the standout bowler for Bangladesh, taking 5/83.
In their first innings, Bangladesh struggled, losing wickets regularly. Shakib Al Hasan (32), Litton Das (22), and Mehidy Hasan Miraz (27*) offered some resistance, but Jasprit Bumrah (4/50) and Akash Deep (2/19) dismantled their batting lineup. Bangladesh was all out for 149, trailing by 227 runs.
In their second innings, India again lost their top-order quickly but centuries from Shubman Gill (119*) and Rishabh Pant (109) helped them reach 287/4 before declaring. Bangladesh was set a target of 515 runs to win.
Bangladesh started their chase well, with openers Zakir Hasan (33) and Shadman Islam (35) putting up a 62-run stand. Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto (51*) held the innings together as Ashwin (3/63) and Bumrah (1/18) took wickets. At the end of day three, Bangladesh was 158/4, with Shanto (51*) and Shakib Al Hasan (5*) unbeaten.
Doubts Revealed
Ravichandran Ashwin -: Ravichandran Ashwin is a famous Indian cricketer who is known for his excellent bowling skills, especially in Test matches.
Anil Kumble -: Anil Kumble is a former Indian cricketer and one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history. He used to hold the record for the most wickets in the fourth innings of a Test match for India.
Test match -: A Test match is a type of cricket game that is played over five days. Each team gets to bat and bowl twice.
Bangladesh -: Bangladesh is a country in South Asia. It has its own national cricket team that plays international matches.
Chennai -: Chennai is a big city in India, located in the state of Tamil Nadu. It is known for its rich culture and history.
Courtney Walsh -: Courtney Walsh is a former cricketer from the West Indies. He is known for being one of the best fast bowlers in cricket history.
wicket-taker -: A wicket-taker is a bowler who gets the batsman out in cricket. The more wickets a bowler takes, the better they are considered.
fourth innings -: In a Test match, each team gets to bat twice. The fourth innings is the last chance for the team batting second to score runs and win or draw the match.
