Indian off-spinner R Ashwin Surpasses Nathan Lyon to Become 7th Highest Wicket-Taker in Test History has surpassed Australian bowler Nathan Lyon in the list of cricketers with the most wickets in Test matches. Ashwin achieved this milestone during the second Test match between India and New Zealand, held on Thursday.
R Ashwin Milestone in Test Cricket
R. Ashwin, now the seventh most successful bowler in Test cricket history, raised his total number of wickets to 531 by dismissing three New Zealand players. With this achievement, he is now India’s second-most successful bowler in Test matches.
Moving Up in the Rankings
Before the match in Pune, Ashwin had 528 Test wickets. By taking the wickets of Tom Latham, Will Young, and Devon Conway, he increased his tally to 531. With 530 wickets, Nathan Lyon is now behind Ashwin, who moved up to the seventh spot in the all-time list of wicket-takers.
Ashwin’s Impressive Stats
R. Ashwin has achieved this feat in just 105 Test matches, while Lyon has played 129. In addition to playing fewer matches, Ashwin also boasts a better bowling average and strike rate. His average is around 23, compared to Lyon’s 30.
R Ashwin Targets Glenn McGrath
Next on Ashwin’s list is Australian legend Glenn McGrath, who ranks sixth with 563 Test wickets. Ashwin is now focused on narrowing the gap between him and McGrath.
Top Wicket-Takers in Test Cricket
- Muttiah Muralitharan: 800 wickets (Sri Lanka)
- Shane Warne: 708 wickets (Australia)
- James Anderson: 704 wickets (England)
- Anil Kumble: 619 wickets (India)
- Stuart Broad: 604 wickets (England)
- Glenn McGrath: 563 wickets (Australia)
- Ravi Ashwin: 531 wickets (India)
Sri Lanka’s Muttiah Muralitharan holds the top spot in Test cricket with a record 800 wickets. Ravichandran Ashwin, with his impressive performance, is steadily moving up the list, aiming to secure his place among the greatest bowlers in history.
