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Kuldeep Yadav’s Historic 5/82 vs West Indies; Equals World Record in Delhi Test

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 1 month ago | Oct 12, 2025 01:45 pm IST
Kuldeep Yadav's Historic 5/82 vs West Indies; Equals World Record in Delhi Test

Kuldeep Yadav Scripts History! His Sensational 5-Wicket Haul Equals a World Record

Kuldeep Yadav just did something incredible. On Day 3 of the second Test in Delhi, his mesmerizing spin didn’t just dismantle the West Indies, it etched his name into the history books forever. This wasn’t just another good spell. It was a record-equalling performance that has put India in a position of complete dominance.

Key Takeaways

  • Kuldeep Yadav claimed a five-wicket haul (5/82) against the West Indies in the Delhi Test.
  • This is his fifth 5-fer in Test cricket, equalling the world record for a left-arm wrist-spinner held by England’s Johnny Wardle.
  • The performance helped India bowl out West Indies for 248 and enforce a follow-on.
  • The record was achieved on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

How The Record Tumbled on Day 3

So, how did it all go down? West Indies started Day 3 at 140/4, hoping to build a decent score. But Kuldeep had other plans. He was simply unplayable in the morning session, taking four crucial wickets to rip through their middle and lower order. His rhythm was perfect, his variations were deceptive, and the visitors had no answers. Seriously, it was a masterclass.

His final wicket completed his five-for, bringing up his fifth in Test cricket. The West Indies were all out for a meager 248, a long, long way from India’s first-innings mountain of 518/5 declared. This huge lead gave captain Shubman Gill the easy decision to enforce the follow-on.

The Numbers Behind the Magic

Look, this performance wasn’t a fluke. Kuldeep’s Test career strike rate now stands at an astonishing 36. For any bowler with 65 or more Test wickets, that is the second-best in history. That tells you he’s not just a bowler who contains runs. He’s a genuine wicket-taker who attacks relentlessly.

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And you have to give credit to the batters who set it all up. India’s massive total was built on the back of incredible centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal, who smashed 175, and captain Shubman Gill, who remained unbeaten on 129. They put the West Indies under pressure from Day 1.

What This Record Actually Means

But honestly, the big story is Kuldeep. Equalling a world record is no small feat. For a left-arm wrist-spinner, a very rare and difficult art, matching England’s Johnny Wardle is a massive achievement. It solidifies Kuldeep’s place as one of the most potent spinners in the modern game. It’s a testament to his skill, perseverance, and ability to change a game in a single session.

With West Indies forced to bat again and facing a huge deficit, India is now in the driver’s seat. They are pushing for an innings victory that would seal the two-match series. The momentum is entirely with the home side, thanks to one man’s historic spell.

What do you think? Can India wrap this up quickly on Day 4?