Jadeja scripts history with 350th wicket, joins Kapil, Botham, Vettori in elite club
· Sports · Times of India, India Today, NDTV Sports
On the third day of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle, Ravindra Jadeja took his 350th Test wicket, becoming only the fourth cricketer to score 4,000 runs and claim 350+ wickets in Test cricket. The wicket came after Keshara Nuwantha’s diverted shot touched Jadeja’s knee and floated to Shubman Gill for the catch. With 4,108 runs in 90 Tests, Jadeja is the sole member of the elite quartet to reach the double before 100 Tests, underscoring his efficiency. He now stands third among left‑arm spinners for Test wickets, behind Rangana Herath and Daniel Vettori. The milestone reinforces Jadeja’s status as one of India’s most productive all‑rounders and adds depth to the team’s balance.
Why it matters
Jadeja’s record provides a benchmark for future all‑rounders in India’s Test squad, strengthening the team’s competitive edge. It also boosts confidence in India’s bowling and batting combination, benefiting the national side’s strategic planning.
Read the original report — Times of India
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