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India will play the third Test of the five-match series against England on February 15. With the series currently tied at 1-1, the upcoming match in Rajkot is crucial. Both the Indian and English teams have arrived in the city and will start their training sessions at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium.
Ahead of the match starting on February 15, Ravichandran Ashwin has created a buzz with his latest post on X. The seasoned India spinner, who is on the verge of claiming his 500th Test wicket, shared photos comparing the media boxes of the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium and Lord's. Ashwin's observation of the striking resemblance between the two venues left fans amused.
Rajkot's media box bears a striking resemblance to Lord's in London
Fans found it hilarious when they noticed the clear similarities between the two venues. Some even joked about the ongoing construction work at the stadium, despite the third Test match of the series between India and England being just three days away.
Both architects seem to be same:
India head into the third Test of the series with momentum on their side after a thrilling comeback in the second Test in Vizag.
Despite losing the opening Test, the Indian team bounced back strongly, thanks to impressive performances from Jasprit Bumrah, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shubman Gill, securing a 106-run victory.
The 37-year-old Ashwin was effective in the second innings but fell just one wicket short of his 500th Test scalp. Ashwin aims to achieve this incredible milestone and join his rival Nathan Lyon in the elite club. If he accomplishes this feat in Rajkot, he will become the second Indian cricketer to achieve this rare feat, following Anil Kumble.
Ashwin will also become the ninth player in cricket history to reach the milestone of 500 Test wickets during the third Test between India and England.
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