R Ashwin Joins Elite 100 Test Club

Landmark milestone for Ravichandran Ashwin in Dharamsala

Introduction About R Ashwin

The off-spinner is set to become only the 14th Indian to enter the elite 100 Test club and even though it’s a pretty big occasion the sound of it and by the looks of it doesn’t change anything for him. The desire to excel hasn’t changed, wanting to keep on evolving as a cricketer, has been organic to me right from my club cricket days in Chennai, R Ashwin had said during the Rajkot Test after completing the milestone.

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Ravichandran Ashwin, often hailed as one of the most intelligent spin bowlers of his generation, has left an indelible mark on the cricketing world. Born on September 17, 1986, in Chennai, India, Ashwin’s journey from a budding cricketer to a stalwart of the game is nothing short of inspirational.

Throughout his illustrious career, Ashwin has amassed numerous accolades, including the prestigious ICC Cricketer of the Year and ICC Test Cricketer of the Year awards. His impact on the game extends beyond statistics; he has inspired countless young cricketers with his dedication, work ethic, and strategic acumen.

Allrounder cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin plays for CSK, RPS, KXIP, DC and RR in IPL, Tamil Nadu in domestic cricket. He is regarded as one of the fastest Indian bowlers to reach the wicket mark of 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, and 400 in Test cricket in terms of the number of innings.

Landmark milestone for Ravichandran Ashwin in Dharamsala

Ravichandran Ashwin joined an elite list of players with his 100th appearance in Test match cricket for India. The off-spinner, who made his Test debut in 2011, recently completed 500 Test wickets in 3rd Test of India vs England Test series in Rajkot, becoming only the second Indian to reach the landmark of 500 Test wickets.

Ravichandran Ashwin celebrates a century of brilliance 🤩
➡ https://t.co/E1y6IIGNcc #WTC25 | #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/y6wEOdyLsi
— ICC (@ICC) March 7, 2024

A milestone moment for Ravichandran Ashwin as he becomes the 14th man to play 100 Test matches for India

A milestone moment for Ravichandran Ashwin as he becomes the 14th man to play 100 Test matches for India 👏#INDvENG | #WTC25
More 👉 https://t.co/mAx8iRAZWE pic.twitter.com/hfP6Mru3vB
— ICC (@ICC) March 7, 2024

Landmark milestone for Ravichandran Ashwin in Dharamsala

Landmark milestone for Ravichandran Ashwin in Dharamsala celebrated with his loved ones family members.

Ravichandran Ashwin becomes the 14th player to play 100 Test matches for Team India

India great Sachin Tendulkar, with 200 Test matches, holds the record for most appearances in the format internationally. Ravichandran Ashwin becomes the 14th Indian player to play 100 Test matches for Team India.

100 Test Club Cricketers List for Team India:

1. Sachin Tendulkar – 200 matches

2. Rahul Dravid- 163 matches

3. Venkata Sai Laxman – 134 matches

4. Anil Kumble – 132 matches

5. Kapil Dev – 131 matches

6. Sunil Gavaskar – 125 matches

7. Dilip Vengaskar – 116 matches

8. Sourav Ganguly – 113 matches

9. Virat Kohli – 113 matches

10. Ishant Sharma – 105 matches

11. Harbhajan Singh – 103 matches

12. Cheteshwar Pujara – 103 matches

13. Virendra Sehwag- 103 matches

14. Ravichandran Ashwin – 100 matches

Ravichandran Ashwin Profile

International Career Info of R Ashwin

Ravichandran Ashwin Reaches Historic Milestone | Joins 500 Test Wickets Elite Club

Ravichandran Ashwin Reaches Historic Milestone | Joins 500 Test Wickets Elite Club has inscribed his name in the records of cricket history by becoming the second Indian bowler to take 500 wickets in Test matches. This milestone was reached during the second day of the third Test between India and England in Rajkot, marking a significant achievement in Ashwin’s already fabulous career.

After having Zak Crawley caught in Rajkot, Ravichandran Ashwin became the ninth bowler to reach the milestone of 500 Test wickets 🤩
More ➡ https://t.co/wa5VgCRco4 pic.twitter.com/RFoq48rc73
— ICC (@ICC) February 16, 2024

Ashwin made his debut for the Indian cricket team in 2010 and quickly showcased his prowess with his remarkable ability to spin the ball prodigiously and outfox batsmen with his guile and variations. His introduction to international cricket was meteoric, as he became the fastest Indian bowler to reach 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, and 400 wickets in Test cricket.

From Team India Only 2 Player reached to 500 Test Wickets

Fastest to reach 500 Test Wickets by R Ashwin Internationally

R Ashwin from India is 2nd fastest in terms of total match taken by a player internationally to reach 500 Test wickets feat. M Muralidharan from Sri Lanka is fastest to reach 500 Test wickets in terms of total match taken by him.

Ravichandran Ashwin’s Test Centuries: Mastering the Art of Batting

Ashwin’s journey to becoming a proficient Test batsman began with his debut against the West Indies in 2011. While his primary role was as a bowler, Ashwin wasted no time in showcasing his batting abilities, often providing valuable runs when the top order faltered. His first Test century came in November 2011 against the West Indies in Delhi, where he scored a sublime 103 runs, laying the foundation for his future exploits with the bat.

Now, let’s have a look at his 5 Test centuries, spanning over 99 matches.

Introduction: A Landmark Achievement

In the illustrious history of Indian cricket, certain milestones stand out as testament to the dedication, skill, and perseverance of its players. Ravichandran Ashwin’s recent entry into the elite 100 Test match club is one such landmark. Becoming only the 14th man to achieve this feat for India, Ashwin’s journey is a tale of unwavering commitment, exceptional talent, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.