Question:Who became the 1st fast bowler in history to take 600 Test wickets?
(a) James Anderson
(b) Stuart Broad
(c) Mitchell Starc
(d) Dale Steyn
Answer: (a)
Related facts:
- England pacer James Anderson became the first fast bowler in history to take 600 Test wickets yesterday.
- The 38-year-old was seven wickets away from the feat when he started playing the third Test against Pakistan at the Ageas Bowl. On Day 5 of the match, he dismissed Pakistan batsman Azhar Ali to claim his 600th wicket.
- Muttiah Muralitharan with 800, Shane Warne with 708 and Anil Kumble with 619 wickets are the only other bowlers – all spinners.
By-Amar Mani Upadhyay