During the third Test match between India and England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, the powerful Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja achieved a noteworthy milestone in an incredible display of ability and perseverance.
The 33-year-old batsman not only demonstrated his batting skills but also made history by taking 500 First-Class wickets. On Day 3, after lunch, Jadeja’s moment of glory came when he cleverly removed England captain Ben Stokes, giving India a vital breakthrough. The home crowd went wild with applause when Jadeja’s delivery forced Stokes to attempt a huge shot, which was misplayed and easily collected by Jasprit Bumrah at long-on.
With this achievement, Jadeja joins an exclusive club as the fifth player to take 200 Test wickets on Indian territory. With this achievement, Jadeja joins the elite group of cricketers that include Anil Kumble, Ravichandran Ashwin, Harbhajan Singh, and Kapil Dev. This shows how important he is to the game’s longest format.
Ravi Ashwin completed 500 Test wickets yesterday.🔥🇮🇳
Ravindra Jadeja completes 500 First Class wickets today.💥#RavichandranAshwin #RavindraJadeja #INDvENG #INDvsENG #WTC25 pic.twitter.com/LX9sFuYc4H
— The Cricket TV (@thecrickettvX) February 17, 2024
Ravindra Jadeja lights up Rajkot with the bat.
Interestingly, the all-round player’s outstanding performance in Rajkot extended beyond his ability to bowl. He lifted India out of a dire predicament in the opening innings with a brilliant century that helped the team reach 445. Jadeja’s innings demonstrated his ability and solidified his ranking as the top all-rounder in Test cricket while he played a crucial role.
Entering the game at a difficult point in time, with India down 33 for three, Jadeja’s innings showcased his skill and tenacity, winning him praise from both experts and fans. In addition, he became the 15th Indian cricket player to reach 1000 Test runs against England, surpassing the great Sourav Ganguly in the process.
Jadeja’s ascent to 500 First-Class wickets is evidence of his unwavering commitment and service to Indian cricket, even while he continues to excel on his own field. With this incredible accomplishment, the Rajkot master has surely cemented his place in the sport’s history. He will be keen to continue helping India win in the next games.
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