Spinner Ajaz Patel’s 10-wicket haul is a good second not just for him however for New Zealand and world cricket as properly, the legendary Richard Hadlee mentioned whereas eulogising his compatriot.
Patel turned solely the third bowler within the historical past of Test cricket to take all 10 wickets in an innings. The left-arm spinner achieved the uncommon feat on Saturday in opposition to India within the second Test, becoming a member of the illustrious firm of Jim Laker and Anil Kumble.
The 33-year-old spinner additionally surpassed Hadlee’s report of greatest figures by a New Zealand bowler. Hadlee had taken 9 for 52 versus Australia again in 1985.
“Congratulations to Ajaz on a superb bowling performance. It was a delight to watch. A well-deserved reward, and a great moment for him, New Zealand cricket, and world cricket,” Hadlee mentioned in a press release.
“To be in the great company of Jim Laker and Anil Kumble is very special indeed,” the assertion added.
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