Ben Stokes becomes only 3rd player to achieve prestigious record in Tests

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khelja|12-07-2024

Ben Stokes has joined an exclusive group of all-rounders after claiming the wicket of Kirk McKenzie during England's first Test against the West Indies.
  This achievement places him among the elite, as he becomes only the third player to reach both 6,000 Test runs and 200 wickets. Stokes' journey to this milestone has been filled with memorable performances. His heroics in the 2019 World Cup final and numerous match-winning innings in Test cricket have cemented his place as one of the game's greats. His ability to perform under pressure sets him apart from many of his contemporaries.
Whether it's scoring quick runs or taking vital wickets, Stokes consistently delivers when it matters most. And the latest piece of achievement has taken him at a new level. Garfield Sobers and Jacques Kallis are the Other Two in the List Sir Garfield Sobers and Jacques Kallis are the only other cricketers to have accomplished these twin feats. Their overall statistics are significantly higher than Stokes', but his entry into this club is still a remarkable milestone. West Indies legend Sobers scored 8032 runs and picked up 235 wickets in 93 Test matches.
Jack Kallis, on the other hand, scored 13289 runs and picked up 292 wickets in 166 Test matches for South Africa. Ben Stokes currently has 6320 runs and 201 wickets in 103 Test matches. The 33-year-old has time by his side to narrow the gap with the aforementioned legends of the game.
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