England's red-ball captain Ben Stokes created a big record in the ongoing 1st Test match between the England cricket team and the West Indies. He has joined a legendary list with the likes of great Garry Sobers and Jacques Kallis. Stokes became the third overall player to reach this historic milestone proving that he is one of the best all-rounders to grace this sport of cricket.
Ben Stokes' big record
Ben Stokes became the third player in history to have 6000 runs and 200 wickets in Test cricket. Only the legendary Jacques Kallis and Garry Sobers are the other two cricketers to reach this milestone. before him. He is also the first English player to reach this epic feat. He has undoubtedly sealed his name as one of the greatest all-rounders in history.
Players with 6000 runs and 200 wickets in Test cricket
Player | Runs | Wickets |
Garry Sobers | 8032 | 235 |
Jacques Kallis | 13289 | 292 |
Ben Stokes | 6320 | 201 |
England just four wickets away from win
England are in a really dominant position to secure a thumping victory in the first Test. After leaving West Indies in a state of bother at 79/6 in the second innings, the hosts hold a significant lead of 171 runs. Ben Stokes-led England got all out 371, setting a challenging target of 322. They are now just four wickets away from registering a big win and give James Anderson a perfect farewell.
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