Ravichandran Ashwin Turns 40: A Look at His 765 International Wickets and Legacy

Abhirah Goel

Ravichandran Ashwin turned 40 on September 17, 2026, marking another milestone in the career of one of India's most accomplished modern-day cricketers. The former Indian off-spinner retired from international cricket in 2024 after building a remarkable record across all three formats, finishing with 765 wickets and 4,394 international runs.

Ashwin's career was defined not only by his wicket-taking ability but also by his tactical intelligence, variations and contribution with the bat. His numbers across formats underline the scale of his impact on Indian cricket.

Ravichandran Ashwin's 765 International Wickets

Ashwin finished his international career with 765 wickets from 287 matches. His biggest contribution came in Test cricket, where he claimed 537 wickets in 106 matches. He also took 156 wickets in 116 ODIs and 72 wickets in 65 T20Is.

In Tests, Ashwin registered 37 five-wicket hauls and eight ten-wicket match hauls. His 537 wickets put him second among Indian Test bowlers, behind only Anil Kumble's 619. Across all international formats, Ashwin also finished second among Indian wicket-takers, with Kumble ahead on 953 wickets.

Ashwin's record book is filled with major milestones. He was the fastest Indian bowler to reach several Test wicket landmarks, including 250, 300, 350, 400 and 500 wickets. He reached 350 Test wickets in just 66 matches, matching Muttiah Muralidaran's record for the fastest overall.

His contribution with the bat made him an exceptional all-rounder. Ashwin scored six Test centuries and became the only player in Test cricket with more than five centuries alongside 500 wickets. He also recorded four instances of scoring a Test century and taking a five-wicket haul in the same match.

Ashwin made his international debut in 2010 and gradually became a central figure in India's Test setup. His carrom ball, changes of pace, flight and ability to read batters made him particularly effective against different styles of opposition. He was also a key member of India's 2011 ODI World Cup-winning and 2013 Champions Trophy-winning squads.

 is reflected in more than his 765 international wickets. His combination of bowling skill, batting contributions, tactical awareness and longevity has secured his place among India's most significant cricketers of the modern era.

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