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Jadeja: India's Spin Wizard Joins Elite 300-3000 Club

Ravindra Jadeja, an Indian cricketer, achieved the 300 Test wickets milestone in the India vs Bangladesh Test at Kanpur. He became the first left-arm spinner to achieve this feat and became the seventh Indian cricketer to reach this milestone.

Milestone Achievement: 300 Test Wickets and 3000 Runs

  • Ravindra Jadeja reached the 300 Test wickets milestone in the India vs Bangladesh Test at Kanpur
  • Became the first Indian left-arm spinner to achieve this feat
  • Seventh Indian cricketer to reach 300 Test wickets
  • Joins the elite "300 wickets and 3000 runs" club in Test cricket
  • Only the third Indian to achieve this double after Kapil Dev and Ravichandran Ashwin
  • Second-fastest globally to reach this milestone (74 Tests), behind Ian Botham (72 Tests)
  • Fourth quickest Indian bowler to 300 Test wickets after Ashwin, Kumble, and Harbhajan

Jadeja's Unique Allround Prowess

  • Initially viewed as a white-ball specialist, Jadeja transformed into a Test cricket stalwart
  • Debuted in 2012 after scoring three consecutive Ranji Trophy hundreds
  • Exceptional bowling average of 24.00 in Tests, second-best among Indian bowlers with 200+ wickets
  • Vital contributions with the bat, including a crucial century partnership with Rishabh Pant in Birmingham
  • Ashwin praises Jadeja's batting, highlighting the calm he brings to the dressing room
  • Outstanding fielding skills complement his batting and bowling abilities
  • 76% win percentage in home Tests featuring Jadeja

Journey to Test Cricket Dominance

  • Overcame the challenge of being typecast as a white-ball cricketer
  • Maintained relevance during the rise of wrist spin in Indian cricket
  • Excelled without frequent five-wicket hauls, relying on control and economy
  • Third-best bowling average (20.77) in home Tests among bowlers with 200+ wickets
  • Formed a formidable partnership with Ashwin, dominating home Test matches
  • Adapted to various roles, including being the sole spin option in overseas conditions
  • Consistent performer across formats: 300 wickets and 3122 runs in Tests, 220 wickets and 2756 runs in ODIs

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