Ravichandran Ashwin achieves best figures by an Indian bowler overseas; check his incredible figures
No matter how good the batters play, it is said that a Test match is won by bowlers. Indian bowlers put up a glorious show in the first Test against West Indies and took 20 wickets for 280 runs. But, this time, it was one bowler in particular: Ravichandran Ashwin, who took 12 out of those 20 wickets.
Ashwin showcased his prowess on a turning pitch, taking 7-71 in the second innings and ending the match with exceptional figures of 12-131. West Indies struggled to counter India's bowling attack and were dismissed for 130 runs in under 51 overs, following their first innings total of 150. The spin-friendly conditions at Windsor Park worked in favour of India's premier spinners, Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.
Ashwin's exceptional performance not only secured him the best figures by an Indian bowler overseas but also tied him with Anil Kumble for the most 10-wicket hauls in Test matches for India. Jadeja also contributed with two wickets in the second innings, finishing the match with five wickets in total. West Indies struggled to counter the Indian spin attack in their second innings.
The top order faltered, with both openers being dismissed for just seven runs each. The remaining batsmen failed to withstand the spin onslaught, resulting in a collapse. Alick Athanaze, making his debut, showed promise with scores of 47 and 28, but the rest of the West Indies lineup struggled to make an impact.
The Indian batters also played a pivotal role in their team's triumph. Opening batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal displayed remarkable skill, outscoring the entire West Indies team with a splendid knock of 171 runs. He formed a formidable opening partnership of 229 runs with captain Rohit Sharma, and later extended his contribution by leading a
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