IND vs NZ: Jadeja is close to leaving behind Zaheer in terms of taking wickets in Tests
Delhi: The third and last match of the Test series between India and New Zealand will be played at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai from November 1. This match is very important for the Indian team, because the defeat in the last two tests has increased the problems for Team India. To reach the final of the ICC World Test Championship, India will have to win this match at any cost.
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In such a situation, India's star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja will have a chance to make a big record in this match. Jadeja is only three wickets behind former fast bowler Zaheer Khan in terms of taking most wickets in Tests. Zaheer has a total of 311 wickets in his Test career, while Jadeja has 309 wickets in his name. If Jadeja is successful in taking three wickets in this match, he will leave Zaheer and Ishant Sharma (311 wickets) behind and become the fifth bowler to take the most wickets in Indian Test history.
At present, Anil Kumble (619) has the most wickets for India in Tests. After him comes Ravichandran Ashwin (533), Kapil Dev (434), and Harbhajan Singh (417). At the same time, Jadeja also has a chance to leave behind former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee (310), for which he needs only two wickets.
FAQ
Which record can Ravindra Jadeja make?
Jadeja is only three wickets behind former fast bowler Zaheer Khan in terms of taking most wickets in Tests. Zaheer has a total of 311 wickets in his Test career, while Jadeja has 309 wickets in his name. If Jadeja is successful in taking three wickets in this match, he will leave Zaheer and Ishant Sharma (311 wickets) behind and become the fifth bowler to take the most wickets in Indian Test history.
Which bowlers have taken the most wickets in Tests for India?
Anil Kumble (619) has the most wickets for India in Tests. After him comes Ravichandran Ashwin (533), Kapil Dev (434), and Harbhajan Singh (417).
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