Currently, the third match of the five-match Test series between India and England is being played at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. Let us tell you that in this match today on 16 February, on the second day of the game, experienced Indian spin bowler Ravichandran Ashwin has created history.

Let us tell you that by taking the wicket of Jack Crawley in this match, Ashwin has touched the figure of 500 wickets in Test cricket. He became the second bowler for India to take 500 Test wickets. So on this historic occasion, the cricket world gave many good wishes to Ashwin through social media.

On the other hand, now a big reaction has come to light on this special record of Ashwin from the veteran spinner of the Australian cricket team and Nathan Lyon, who touched the figure of 500 wickets in Test cricket some time ago. Lyon has given a big statement praising this record of Ashwin.

Nathan Lyon praised Ashwin

Let us tell you that after Ashwin achieved this special figure, Nathan Lyon shared a video on his official Congrats.

It has been a wonderful journey. I have nothing but respect for the way you lead. It’s been amazing competing with you, but also learning from you. Congratulations and many more to come.

Watch this video of Nathan Lyon

Congratulations to @ashwinravi99 on achieving the 500 Test wicket milestone. Many more to come. pic.twitter.com/XANzv1Lcn7

— Nathan Lyon (@NathLyon421) February 16, 2024

Also, let us tell you that before Ashwin, Muttiah Muralitharan, Shane Warne, James Anderson, Anil Kumble, Stuart Broad, Glenn McGrath, Courtney Walsh and Nathan Lyon have taken more than 500 wickets in Test cricket. Ashwin is the 9th bowler in the world to take 500 wickets.