Ravindra Jadeja Surpasses James Anderson to Set New Benchmark in IND-ENG Showdown
Ravindra Jadeja created history during the first ODI against England in Nagpur by surpassing James Anderson as the highest wicket-taker in India-England ODIs. Jadeja’s 3/26 took his tally to 42 wickets, overtaking Anderson 40. He also became the fifth Indian bowler to reach 600 international wickets and the only Indian spinner with 6000 runs and 600 wickets across formats.
In the first ODI between India and England in Nagpur, Ravindra Jadeja achieved a historic milestone by surpassing James Anderson as the leading wicket-taker in India-England ODI history. Jadeja’s 3-wicket haul for just 26 runs in 9 overs helped India restrict England to 248, ultimately leading to a four-wicket victory. With this performance, he now has 42 wickets in IND-ENG ODIs, overtaking Anderson’s 40.
Jadeja also became only the fifth Indian bowler to claim 600 international wickets and the first Indian spinner to achieve the double of 600 wickets and 6000 runs across formats. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill’s 87 off 96, along with quick half-centuries from Shreyas Iyer and Axar Patel, ensured India’s successful chase.
| Name of the Bowler | Most Wickets in IND vs ENG ODIs |
|---|---|
| Ravindra Jadeja | 42 |
| James Anderson | 40 |
| Andrew Flintoff | 37 |
| Harbhajan Singh | 36 |
England, struggling against India’s disciplined bowling, saw key wickets fall at crucial moments. Jadeja’s dismissal of Jacob Bethell proved to be a turning point. As India looks ahead to the second ODI in Cuttack on February 9, Virat Kohli is expected to return after missing the first match due to knee swelling. His inclusion could force a reshuffle in the batting lineup.
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