Sun Sep 22 20:11:11 UTC 2024: ## Ashwin Shines in Chennai Homecoming, Leads India to Emphatic Victory
Chennai, India – Ravichandran Ashwin made a triumphant return to his home ground, leading India to a resounding 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test. The 38-year-old all-rounder, potentially playing his last Test in Chennai, etched his name in the record books with remarkable performances both with bat and ball.
Ashwin’s century off just 108 balls, the fastest of his Test career, made him the oldest Indian batsman to score a hundred at home in Tests, surpassing the legendary Vijay Merchant. He also became the first player to score a century and take a five-wicket haul twice at a single venue in Test history.
The veteran spinner also picked up a match-winning 6/88 in the second innings, becoming the oldest Indian to take a five-wicket haul in Tests. His impressive performance in Chennai solidified his position as one of the greatest all-rounders in Test cricket.
In addition to breaking multiple records, Ashwin’s contribution was pivotal in India’s dominant victory. This performance once again highlighted his remarkable consistency and ability to perform under pressure.
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