Sun Sep 22 14:10:51 UTC 2024: ## Ashwin Burns Bangladesh, Shatters Records in India’s Dominant Test Win
Chennai, India – Ravichandran Ashwin was the star of the show as India thrashed Bangladesh by 280 runs in the first Test at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, cementing his place as one of the game’s greatest all-rounders. The veteran spinner delivered a match-winning performance, contributing both with the bat and the ball.
Ashwin, 38, snagged a six-wicket haul in the fourth innings, giving away just 88 runs to bowl out Bangladesh for a paltry 234. This feat saw him achieve several record-breaking milestones. He joined Australian legend Shane Warne with his 37th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, placing him behind only Muttiah Muralitharan with 67.
In the World Test Championship (WTC), Ashwin further solidified his dominance, surpassing Nathan Lyon with his 11th five-wicket haul, a record in the competition. He also claimed the mantle of the highest wicket-taker in the fourth innings for India, surpassing Anil Kumble’s record of 94 wickets with 99 of his own.
Ashwin’s performance in the first Test serves as a testament to his continued excellence. He sits comfortably among the all-time greats, adding his name to the illustrious list of bowling legends alongside Warne, Muralitharan, and Kumble. India will be hoping to replicate this dominant performance in the remaining two Tests as they look to solidify their position in the World Test Championship standings.
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