With the India-New Zealand Test series just around the corner, all eyes will be on star Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for the chance to break multiple records. With the series being the last home series of 2024 for the Indian team, Ashwin will be aiming to make the most of the opportunity and lead his team to a victory against the Kiwis. If he manages to take at least three wickets, Ashwin will become the leading wicket-taker in the history of the World Test Championship, surpassing Australian spinner Nathan Lyon.
Indian cricket all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin shares his insights on the importance of adaptability in Test cricket, as his team prepares to host New Zealand for a three-match series starting October 16. With Ashwin's recent impressive performance against Bangladesh, he aims to replicate his success against the Kiwis and possibly surpass Nathan Lyon's tally of wickets to become the leading off-spinner of the current era. The Indian team sits at the top of the World Test Championship points table, while New Zealand has struggled in their previous matches. All eyes are on Ashwin as the two teams prepare to face off again, with anticipation building around the dynamics of the series.
Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin is all set to rejoin the Indian team for the ongoing third Test against England in Rajkot. After withdrawing himself from the match on the second day, Ashwin flew home to Chennai to attend to his ailing mother. However, he will now be back on Day 4 and will be allowed to bowl immediately in the second innings. The team management, players, media, and fans have shown immense understanding and empathy towards Ashwin's situation, and they are glad to welcome him back to the field.