R Ashwin broke the record of Anil Kumble, only Indian bowler to do so 

In the first test match against Australia on Thursday, veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin of the Indian squad made a significant accomplishment.

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In the 89th Test of his career, Ashwin recorded his 450th Test wicket. In the 93rd Test, Kumble took 450 wickets overall.

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By the way, Ravichandran Ashwin now ranks second in the world among bowlers with 450 Test wickets history.

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