IND vs WI: Ravindra Jadeja Equals Courtney Walsh's Record To Become Joint-Highest Wicket-Taker In India-West Indies ODIs
Published - 28 Jul 2023, 06:51 PM | Updated - 23 Aug 2024, 12:16 AM
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Star Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja achieved a massive milestone with the ball during the recently concluded first ODI against the West Indies. Ravindra Jadeja became the joint-leading wicket-taker in the history of ODI matches between India and the West Indies.
India started the three-match series on a high note by beating the West Indies by five wickets at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Friday, July 27. The Men in Blue bowled out the opposition for just 114 runs. The visiting team chased down the target in 23 overs.
Ravindra Jadeja Equals Courtney Walsh’s Record
Ravindra Jadeja picked up three wickets and conceded 37 runs in his six overs. The left-arm spinner broke the 43-run partnership between skipper Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer. The all-rounder dismissed Shimron Hetmyer (11), Rovman Powell (4), and Romario Shephard (0) in his spell.
After picking Romario Shepherd’s wicket, the 34-year-old equalled West Indies’ legendary pacer Courtney Walsh’s record of taking the most wickets in the 50-over format between the two teams. Courtney Walsh took 44 wickets in 38 matches, while Jadeja has achieved it in just 30 matches.
Most Wickets In India-West Indies ODIs:
- Courtney Walsh – 44 wickets in 38 games
- Ravindra Jadeja – 44 wickets in 30 games
- Kapil Dev – 43 wickets in 42 games
- Anil Kumble – 41 wickets in 26 games
- Mohammed Shami – 37 wickets in 18 games
Me and Jaddu Were Brilliant – Kuldeep Yadav
Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, Kuldeep Yadav said that he and Ravindra Jadeja bowled in the right areas and picked up wickets.
“Me and Jaddu were brilliant, we hit the right lengths which is what was necessary on this wicket. I’m just focusing on my rhythm, hitting the right lengths and it has been very nice. I thought it will be a seaming paradise, we are happy we got 7 wickets from our side. It was spinning a bit, and there was bounce as well.”
The Rohit Sharma-led team will take on the Shai Hope-led team in the second ODI at the same venue on Saturday, July 29. The Men in Blue will be hoping to secure the series before the final match.
