New Delhi, Sept. 17 -- Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India's finest bowling all-rounders, turned 39 on Wednesday, leaving behind a legacy that few in the game can match. For over a decade, Ashwin has been a symbol of skill, resilience, and cricketing intellect, giving Indian cricket moments to cherish both with ball in hand and with the bat.

Ashwin's record speaks volumes of his greatness. In 106 Tests, the off-spinner claimed 537 wickets at an outstanding average of 24.00. His best figures of 7/59 underline his match-winning ability, while 37 five-wicket hauls and eight ten-wicket match hauls place him in elite company. Globally, he is the eighth-highest wicket-taker in Test history, and for India, only Anil Kumble (619) sits ahead of him...