Ashwin’s Masterclass: Ben Stokes Bewildered by Unplayable Delivery in India vs. England First Test

Stokes Stumped: Ashwin’s Magical Delivery Leaves England Captain in Disbelief

England captain Ben Stokes faced another daunting challenge against Ravichandran Ashwin, who delivered an unplayable ball on Day 3 of the first Test in Hyderabad, shattering Stokes’ stumps and leaving him in disbelief.

Ashwin vs. Stokes Saga Continues: England Skipper Becomes Ashwin’s Victim for the 12th Time

Ravichandran Ashwin once again proved his dominance over Ben Stokes, claiming the England captain’s wicket for the 12th time in Test cricket. No other bowler has dismissed Stokes more frequently in the longest format.

Stokes Joins Exclusive Club: Most Dismissed by a Single Bowler in Test Cricket

Ben Stokes finds himself in an exclusive club, being dismissed by Ashwin 12 times, the most by any bowler in his Test career. This batter-bowler combo rivalry echoes some historic matchups in Test cricket.

India Tightens Grip: Stokes’ Departure Adds to England’s Woes in First Test

As Ben Stokes departs after scoring just 6 runs, India strengthens its position in the first Test against England. With a 190-run lead in the first innings, India continues to assert control over the match.

Historic Battles: Atherton-McGrath, Broad-Warner, and Ashwin-Stokes – Iconic Batter-Bowler Combos in Test Cricket

Exploring historic batter-bowler combos in Tests, the Ashwin-Stokes rivalry adds another chapter. The most-dismissed record is held by Michael Atherton, dismissed 19 times by Glenn McGrath, showcasing the intense battles in Test cricket.

Pujara-Lyon Duel: Indian Batter Cheteshwar Pujara Dismissed 13 Times by Australia’s Nathan Lyon

Examining other prominent batter-bowler duels, Cheteshwar Pujara has faced the challenge of Nathan Lyon 13 times in his Test career, emphasizing the intriguing matchups in international cricket.

This comprehensive coverage captures the intensity of the Ashwin-Stokes clash, historic records, and the broader context of iconic batter-bowler rivalries in Test cricket.