Ashwin goes past Kapil Dev, becomes India’s 2nd highest wicket taker 

Ashwin goes past Kapil Dev, becomes India’s second highest wicket-taker in Tests

Kapil Dev’s 434 Test wickets

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Reaching the mark in his 85th match

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Claimed 5 wickets in the match

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How many matched did Kapil took?

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Anil Kumble tops the chart

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9th highest wicket taker

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Top wicket takers for India

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