Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has played a crucial role in the Indian cricket team for many years, known for his impressive record in Test matches, especially on home soil.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest match-winners in Test cricket, the 38-year-old is set to return to action in the upcoming IND vs BAN two-match Test series, starting on September 19 in Chennai, where he will be eyeing several major records.
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Ahead of IND vs BAN 1st Test in Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, Ashwin celebrated his 38th birthday by cutting a cake with his teammates inside the dressing room.
Birthday celebration of Ravichandran Ashwin 🎂
– An all time Great of Test history. pic.twitter.com/83wljfWKqI
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 17, 2024
2⃣8⃣1⃣ intl. matches
7⃣4⃣4⃣ intl. wickets 🙌
3⃣6⃣ five-wicket hauls in Test Cricket 👏
5⃣ intl. centuries 💯ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2011 & ICC Champions Trophy 2013 Winner 🏆
Here’s wishing @ashwinravi99 a very Happy Birthday 🎂👏 #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/vOZCaWYV7J
— BCCI (@BCCI) September 17, 2024
IND vs BAN Test series is crucial for India, who sit at the top of the World Test Championship standings. A 2-0 series win would strengthen their lead in World Test Championship (WTC) points table, providing valuable momentum ahead of their upcoming challenge against New Zealand in the red-ball format.
With India targeting a clean sweep, Ravichandran Ashwin is expected to play an important role in securing both wins.
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Ashwin continues to be one of India’s most dependable Test cricketers. With 516 wickets in 100 matches, he ranks as the second-highest wicket-taker for the country. He holds records for being the fastest to 400, 450, and 500 wickets, as well as 250, 300, and 350.
