Ravindra Jadeja has achieved a remarkable milestone in Test cricket by becoming only the fourth all-rounder to record 4000 runs and 300 wickets in the format. The Gujarat cricketer joins an elite group featuring legends Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, and Daniel Vettori. This achievement came during India's Test match against South Africa at Eden Gardens on November 15. Jadeja also created history in the World Test Championship by becoming the first bowler to reach 150 wickets and 2500 runs in the tournament across 47 matches. Additionally, he became the fourth spinner to claim 250 or more wickets in India, joining Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Harbhajan Singh. His fourth wicket in the second innings against South Africa, dismissing Tristan Stubbs, marked his 250th Test wicket on Indian soil.
Jadeja's Match-Winning Performance Against South Africa
After a wicketless first innings, Jadeja delivered a stunning performance in South Africa's second innings at Eden Gardens. He claimed four crucial wickets including Aiden Markram for 4 runs, Wiaan Mulder for 11, Tony de Zorzi for just 2, and Tristan Stubbs for 5. His spin bowling helped restrict South Africa to seven wickets down by Stumps on Day 2, with the visitors holding only a slender 63-run lead. India aims to wrap up the innings quickly and secure a 1-0 series advantage. The second Test is scheduled to begin on November 22 at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, followed by three ODIs and five T20Is.
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