{"id":12972,"date":"2024-10-24T14:44:48","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T09:14:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uccricket.live\/?p=12972"},"modified":"2024-10-24T15:11:51","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T09:41:51","slug":"ravichandran-ashwin-scripts-history-becomes-leading-wicket-taker-in-world-test-championship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uccricket.live\/news\/ravichandran-ashwin-scripts-history-becomes-leading-wicket-taker-in-world-test-championship-12972\/","title":{"rendered":"Ravichandran Ashwin Scripts History: Becomes Leading Wicket-Taker in World Test Championship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ashwin&#8217;s Record-Breaking Feat in Pune<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India&#8217;s star off-spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, has once again etched his name in the cricket history books by becoming the highest wicket-taker in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). During the second Test against New Zealand at Pune&#8217;s Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) Stadium, Ashwin surpassed Australia&#8217;s Nathan Lyon to secure the top spot in the WTC wicket-taker rankings, marking a significant milestone in his illustrious career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashwin&#8217;s brilliance on Day 1 of the Test was evident as he claimed crucial wickets, including New Zealand captain Tom Latham and Will Young, to help India gain the upper hand. With these wickets, Ashwin&#8217;s tally rose to <strong>189 wickets<\/strong> in the WTC, edging past Lyon, who has <strong>187<\/strong> wickets to his name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Historic Milestone in Test Cricket<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This achievement further cements Ashwin&#8217;s legacy as one of the finest spinners in the modern era of cricket. His consistency and ability to perform under various conditions make him an irreplaceable asset for the Indian Test team. In fact, Ashwin now holds the record of <strong>531 Test wickets<\/strong>, making him the seventh-highest wicket-taker in Test history, surpassing Nathan Lyon\u2019s <strong>530 wickets<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Ravichandran Ashwin becomes the leading wicket-taker in World Test Championship history with 188 wickets, surpassing Nathan Lyon. With 531 Test wickets, his legacy grows. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Ashwin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#Ashwin<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#WTC<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/CricketLegend?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#CricketLegend<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/TfZ4MXarei\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/TfZ4MXarei<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Uc Cricket (@uccricketlive) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/uccricketlive\/status\/1849385637557817845?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">October 24, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s a look at the all-time leading wicket-takers in Test cricket:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Muttiah Muralitharan (SL)<\/strong> \u2013 800 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shane Warne (AUS)<\/strong> \u2013 708 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>James Anderson (ENG)<\/strong> \u2013 704 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anil Kumble (IND)<\/strong> \u2013 619 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stuart Broad (ENG)<\/strong> \u2013 604 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Glenn McGrath (AUS)<\/strong> \u2013 563 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ravichandran Ashwin (IND)<\/strong> \u2013 531 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nathan Lyon (AUS)<\/strong> \u2013 530 wickets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Wickets in the Second Test Against New Zealand<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the ongoing second Test match, Ashwin was instrumental in breaking New Zealand&#8217;s top order, claiming the wickets of <strong>Tom Latham<\/strong>, <strong>Devon Conway<\/strong>, and <strong>Will Young<\/strong>. His dismissals have played a crucial role in keeping the pressure on New Zealand, at 208\/6 in 62 overs (1st innings). These breakthroughs further highlight Ashwin&#8217;s unmatched control and precision, making him a key player in India\u2019s bowling attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here is a snapshot of the wickets taken:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tom Latham (C)<\/strong>: lbw b Ravichandran Ashwin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Devon Conway<\/strong>: c Rishabh Pant b Ravichandran Ashwin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Will Young<\/strong>: c Rishabh Pant b Ravichandran Ashwin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashwin&#8217;s partner in crime, Washington Sundar, also chipped in, dismissing <strong>Rachin Ravindra<\/strong> and <strong>Tom Blundell<\/strong>, ensuring that New Zealand\u2019s steady start didn\u2019t turn into a commanding one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More<\/strong>:- <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uccricket.live\/cricket\/points-table-of-wtc-world-test-championship-2023-25-match-result-9357\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9357\">World Test Championship Points Table<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ashwin\u2019s Dominance in World Test Championship<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashwin\u2019s success in the World Test Championship reflects his remarkable consistency in the longest format of the game. He now stands as the <strong>highest wicket-taker in WTC history<\/strong> with <strong>188 wickets<\/strong>, surpassing his long-time rival Nathan Lyon, who has <strong>187 wickets<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The updated list of top wicket-takers in the WTC:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ravichandran Ashwin (India)<\/strong> \u2013 188 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nathan Lyon (Australia)<\/strong> \u2013 187 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pat Cummins (Australia)<\/strong> \u2013 175 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mitchell Starc (Australia)<\/strong> \u2013 147 wickets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stuart Broad (England)<\/strong> \u2013 134 wickets<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashwin\u2019s contributions have been pivotal for India as they aim to secure a spot in the upcoming <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uccricket.live\/cricket\/wtc-final-2025-points-table-schedule-venue-and-teams-4204\/\">WTC final<\/a><\/strong>. His ability to take wickets at critical junctures has often turned the tide in India\u2019s favor in important Test matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s Next for Ashwin?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With <strong>Anil Kumble&#8217;s 619 wickets<\/strong> in his sights, Ashwin is now on track to potentially become India\u2019s highest wicket-taker in Test cricket. His remarkable longevity and unmatched expertise in the art of spin bowling will continue to inspire future generations of cricketers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ravichandran Ashwin&#8217;s historic achievements underline his status as one of the most successful and influential spinners in cricket\u2019s modern era.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ashwin&#8217;s Record-Breaking Feat in Pune India&#8217;s star off-spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, has once again etched his name in the cricket history books by becoming the highest wicket-taker in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). 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