Ravichandran Ashwin closing in on historic milestone with just 5 wickets needed in third Test vs AUS

New Delhi: Following a thrilling victory in Perth, India encountered a challenging setback as Australia secured a dominant 10-wicket win in the second Test at Adelaide Oval. The series now stands at 1-1, intensifying anticipation for the crucial third Test at the legendary Gabba stadium, renowned as one of Australia's most formidable venues.

India’s batting lineup struggled in Adelaide, folding for just 180 and 175 runs in their two innings. To regain the upper hand in the series, Indian batsmen need to learn from their errors and put up a strong total that their bowlers can defend against the Australian attack.

As India heads to Brisbane, their pace attack will be crucial in aiming for a series lead. However, spin bowling will also be of significant importance. R Ashwin, who didn’t perform well in the second Test, needs to step up and deliver a solid performance. His potential can really change the game, but he must be consistent.

Ashwin is close to achieving an important milestone, requiring just five more wickets to become the first bowler to reach 120 wickets in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. With Nathan Lyon closely behind him, the competition will be fierce.

There are rumors about Ashwin’s position in the lineup, as Washington Sundar may be preferred for his batting skills. With the third Test approaching on December 14, every decision made will be crucial in shaping the outcome of the series.