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Kuldeep Yadav has just created cricket history with his latest bowling performance. He became the fastest left-arm wrist spinner to reach five five-wicket hauls in Test cricket. This remarkable achievement came during the second Test against West Indies in Delhi. His brilliant 5-82 helped India maintain control of the match despite some West Indies resistance.

Key Points: Kuldeep Yadav Fastest Left-Arm Wrist Spinner to 5 Test Five-Wicket Hauls

  • Kuldeep Yadav achieved this historic feat in just 15 Test matches
  • He equaled Johnny Wardle's record but took 13 fewer Tests
  • His 5-82 helped bowl West Indies out for 248 in first innings
  • Yadav now has 65 Test wickets at an impressive average of 21.09
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Kuldeep Yadav enters record books: Fastest left-arm wrist spinner to claim 5 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav makes history with fifth Test five-wicket haul against West Indies, achieving the milestone faster than any left-arm wrist spinner.

"Yadav has become the fastest left-arm wrist spinner to claim 5 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket - Match Report"

New Delhi, October 12

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav scripted history with a brilliant five-wicket haul on Day 3 of the second Test match against West Indies at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.

Yadav has become the fastest left-arm wrist spinner to claim 5 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, achieving this feat in just 15 Tests and equalling Johnny Wardle's record of 5 five-wicket hauls, although Wardle took 28 Tests to reach the milestone.

Yadav led a clinical bowling performance to pick 5-82, his fifth five-wicket haul in the format, as India bowled out the West Indies for 248 in 81.5 overs in the first innings on Day 3.

Yadav is the second-highest wicket-taker in the ongoing West Indies series, with nine scalps to his name, averaging 20.33 with a five-wicket haul to his credit.

Yadav's Test career includes 15 matches, with 65 wickets at an average of 21.09 and an economy rate of 3.55.

Coming to the match, John Campbell and Shai Hope, with their half-centuries, staged a commendable fightback for the West Indies as they trailed by 97 runs after being forced into a follow-on by India during the second Test at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday.

At the end of the day's play, the West Indies were 173/2, with Campbell (87*) and Hope (66*) unbeaten. WI was bundled out for 248 runs in their first innings after India had declared their first innings at 518/5.

At the Tea on Day 3, the Roston Chase-led side was 35/2 in 14.3 overs during their second innings, with John Campbell (18*) unbeaten on the crease.

Brief Scores: India: 518/5 (Yashasvi Jaiswal 175, Shubman Gill 129*, Jomel Warrican 3/98) vs WI: 248 and 173/2 (John Campbell 87*, Shai Hope 66*, Mohammed Siraj 1/10).

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in Delhi, it was amazing to witness this historic moment live at the stadium! The energy was electric when Kuldeep took his fifth wicket. So proud of our spin bowling legacy continuing strong.
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Priya S
While Kuldeep's achievement is fantastic, I'm a bit concerned about our pace bowling. Siraj and others need to step up too. Can't always rely on spinners to do all the work, especially when we play overseas.
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Arjun K
Kuldeep Yadav proving why wrist spinners are so valuable in Test cricket! His average of 21.09 is world-class. Hope he gets more opportunities in overseas conditions too. The future looks bright for Indian spin bowling! 🏏
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Michael C
Impressive stats! 65 wickets in 15 Tests with 5 five-wicket hauls is exceptional. The comparison with Johnny Wardle really puts his achievement in perspective. Well done Kuldeep!
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Ananya R
So happy for Kuldeep! He's worked so hard and faced many challenges. This record is well-deserved. Hope he continues this form in the upcoming series. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳✨

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