Ravindra Jadeja ties Irfan Pathan's record with 3 wickets against Nepal, becomes joint-leading Indian wicket-taker in Asia Cup ODIs

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja matched Irfan Pathan's wicket-taking record to become the joint-leading Indian bowler in Asia Cup ODIs with three wickets against Nepal.

SportsTak

• Mon • 04 Sep 2023

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Ravindra Jadeja has bagged 22 wickets in Asia Cup ODIs.Irfan Pathan also bagged 22 wickets in Asia ODIs for India.

Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja matched Irfan Pathan's wicket-taking record to become the joint-leading Indian bowler in Asia Cup ODIs. The milestone was reached during a group match against Nepal on Monday in Pallekele, Sri Lanka. Both Jadeja and Pathan have an impressive tally of 22 wickets in Asia Cup One-Day Internationals, showcasing their remarkable skills in the high-profile tournament.

Jadeja Shines in Crucial Over Against Nepal

After teammate Shardul Thakur broke Nepal's opening partnership, Jadeja seized the spotlight by dismissing key players Bhim Sharki and Nepal's captain Rohit Paudel. Jadeja's dismissal of Paudel in the 20th over shifted the game's momentum significantly.

Top Indian Wicket-Takers in Asia Cup ODIs

Ravindra Jadeja: 22 wickets in 15 innings (24.5 Avg)
Irfan Pathan: 22 wickets in 12 innings (27.5 Avg)
Sachin Tendulkar: 17 wickets in 15 innings (21.4 Avg)
Kapil Dev: 15 wickets in 7 innings (13 Avg)

Jadeja's Exceptional Performance in Asia Cup

Jadeja's recent displays have been pivotal in achieving this milestone. The left-arm spinner, a key player for India in the Asia Cup 2023, has taken a total of 23 wickets when counting his performances in the T20 Asia Cup as well. His standout moment came against Bangladesh in Dubai, where he registered figures of 4/29. This feat pushed him to the top of India's all-time wicket-takers list in the Asia Cup, surpassing the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

Irfan Pathan's Lasting Impact

Contrastingly, Irfan Pathan, the former Indian pacer known for his swing and ability to pick crucial wickets, has taken 22 wickets in 12 Asia Cup matches. Pathan's economy rate of 5.54 and his best figures of 4/32 have cemented his legacy as one of India's top bowlers in the Asia Cup.

As both Jadeja and Pathan stand on this prestigious pedestal, their contributions to Indian cricket, especially in the Asia Cup, have been invaluable. Keep an eye on this space for more updates on standout performances and milestones in the Asia Cup 2023.