Ravichandhran Ashwin Becomes 14th Indian To Play 100th Test
The final test in the ongoing series between India and England is special for various reasons. Apart from being played at the picturesque Dharamshala Cricket Stadium, this is the 100th test for one of India's finest spinners, Ravichandhran Ashwin. The 37-year-old off-spinner marked the game in style while bringing India back into the game after a decent start by the English batsmen on the opening day.
Ashwin recently achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the second Indian bowler to secure 500 wickets in the longest format of cricket. As he entered the field for his 100th Test, he etched his name in history by becoming the oldest Indian cricketer to reach this milestone. Notably, Ashwin is the 14th Indian cricketer to reach the 100-Test mark, a distinction that sets him apart as the first to accomplish this feat after turning 37.
The other Indians who have played a century of Tests for the country, include Sunil Gavaskar (125), Dilip Vengsarkar (116), Kapil Dev (131), Sachin Tendulkar (200), Anil Kumble (132), Rahul Dravid (164), Sourav Ganguly (113), VVS Laxman (134), Harbhajan Singh (103), Virender Sehwag (104), Ishant Sharma (105), Virat Kohli (113), and Cheteshwar Pujara (103).?
Ashwin now holds the distinction of being the sixth oldest cricketer to partake in his 100th Test match. This exclusive club includes legendary players such as Geoffrey Boycott (40 years, 254 days), Clive Lloyd (39 years, 241 days), Graham Gooch (39 years, 190 days), Gordon Greenidge (38 years, 346 days), and Younis Khan (37 years, 208 days). His achievement solidifies his place among seasoned players who have made a lasting impact on the sport.
