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Ravindra Jadeja surpasses this ex-pacer to become India's leading wicket-taker in Asia Cup

Jadeja's historic triumph: A thrilling Super 4 encounter sees him surpass Irfan Pathan's wicket tally

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In a thrilling Super 4 encounter against Sri Lanka on Tuesday in Colombo, India's star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja etched his name in the annals of cricket history by surpassing Irfan Pathan's wicket tally, emerging as the most successful Indian bowler in Asia Cup ODIs.

Jadeja's meteoric rise in the Asia Cup 2023 has been nothing short of exceptional, solidifying his status as a bowling maestro on the international stage. The left-arm spinner has been a linchpin for India throughout the tournament, amassing a remarkable tally of 23 wickets.

His standout performance came against Bangladesh in Dubai, where he conjured bowling figures of 4/29, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. This astounding feat now positions him at the pinnacle of Indian bowlers in the Asia Cup, a position once held by the cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar, who claimed 17 wickets during his illustrious career in the tournament.

In contrast, Irfan Pathan, the former Indian pacer, was celebrated for his artful swing and knack for picking up crucial wickets. Over the course of 12 matches, Pathan displayed his prowess by scalping 22 wickets, all while maintaining an economy rate of 5.54. His standout performance came in the form of a spellbinding 4/32, a testament to his match-winning capabilities. Pathan's contributions to India's bowling attack in numerous Asia Cup tournaments were instrumental, establishing him as one of the premier wicket-takers in India's history at the Asia Cup.

Ravindra Jadeja's remarkable achievement serves as a testament to his extraordinary bowling prowess and underscores his significance as a vital asset to the Indian cricket team. His stellar performances in the Asia Cup 2023 have cemented his legacy as a true bowling legend in the annals of Indian cricket history.

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