TestCloud
Prep • Practice • Perform
Log In

Ravichandran Ashwin Becomes Second Indian to Take 500 Test Wickets.

Sports | Dated: 16 Feb 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin has become the second Indian bowler after Anil Kumble to take 500 wickets in Test cricket. He achieved this historic milestone during the third Test against England in Rajkot, by dismissing Zak Crawley. He is the ninth bowler globally to reach this mark.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He reached 500 wickets in 98 tests, making him the second fastest globally (after Muttiah Muralitharan).
  • Anil Kumble holds the Indian record with 619 wickets.
  • Ashwin also has over 3000 runs in Tests.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Player: R. Ashwin.
  • Record: 500 Test Wickets.
  • Format: Test Cricket.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who became the second Indian cricketer to claim 500 wickets in Test cricket?

Correct Answer: Ravichandran Ashwin

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Test Cricket

  • Most Wickets (World) – M. Muralitharan (800)
  • Most Wickets (India) – Anil Kumble (619)