Irfan Pathan lauds R Ashwin after Indian star registers another milestone in Test cricket

Making an exciting return to the Indian team after missing out on the World Test Championship final, off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin grabbed headlines on Day 1 of the first Test against West Indies. As the Indian pacers struggled to trouble the West Indies openers, Tagnarin Chanderpaul and Kraigg Brathwaite, Ashwin came to the fore and dismissed both the batsmen in quick succession, leaving the batting in tatters. Showcasing his extraordinary skills, Ashwin took his 33rd five-wicket haul as West Indies were bowled out for just 150 in their first innings.

However, it was not just his remarkable bowling performance that caught everyone’s attention. With the dismissal of Tegener Chanderpaul, Ashwin achieved a unique feat by becoming the first player to take the wickets of both father and son in Test matches. Earlier, he had dismissed West Indies veteran Shivnarine Chanderpaul in the Test match in Delhi.

Known for his astute analysis, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan shared an interesting perspective on Ashwin’s extraordinary achievement. Pathan highlighted the rarity of such a feat in the world of cricket and praised Ashwin’s ability to perform consistently at the highest level.

Someone should learn from Ashwin to get two generations out.

– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) 12 July 2023

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This remarkable feat by Ashwin not only showcases his exceptional skills as a bowler, but also highlights his versatility and adaptability to different conditions. This further cements his position as one of India’s premier spinners and adds another feather to his illustrious cap.

The moment Ravi Ashwin created history!

First Indian to take wickets of father (Shivnarine) and son (Tagenarin) in Tests. pic.twitter.com/nvqXhLz0ze

– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) 12 July 2023

As Ashwin continues to make significant contributions to the Indian cricket team, this unique record will undoubtedly add to his legacy in the game. Fans and cricket lovers are anxiously waiting for his future performances, hoping to witness more extraordinary moments on the field.

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