Some Interesting Facts about R Ashwin

Before pursuing cricket professionally, Ashwin completed his engineering degree

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Despite being an engineer, Ashwin's love for cricket was evident from a young age

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He took nine wickets in his debut against West Indies, most by an Indian debutant

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He is an avid reader and has often spoken about his love for literature

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Ashwin is active on social media platforms and runs a popular podcast called "DRS with Ash"

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Ashwin became the fastest bowler to reach 300 Test wickets (54 Matches)

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