Muttiah Muralitharan Most Consecutive Ten Wickets in Tests

Muttiah Muralitharan holds the record of taking Most Consecutive Ten Wickets In Tests - 4 Test Matches. NOT ONCE BUT TWICE — Muttiah Muralitharan holds the record of taking Most Consecutive Ten Wickets In Tests – 4 Test Matches. NOT ONCE BUT TWICE

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Most Consecutive Ten Wickets Haul

Muttiah Muralitharan holds the record of taking Most Consecutive Ten Wickets In Tests – He has done this NOT ONCE BUT TWICE. First streak went from Aug 2001 to Nov 2001 (one against India and Bangladesh and 2 against West Indies) and second streak went from May 2006 to Aug 2006 (2 each against England and South Africa).

The unparallel record of the greatest spinner of all time

Muttiah Muralitharan is a name that resonates with cricket fans all around the world. Widely regarded as one of the greatest spinners of all time, he holds numerous records in the sport. One such record is the most consecutive ten-wicket hauls in Test cricket.

Muralitharan achieved this incredible feat not once, but twice in his illustrious career. His first consecutive ten-wicket hauls came in 2001, where he picked up ten wickets in four consecutive innings, one against India and Bangladesh and two against West Indies.

Muttiah Muralitharan’s First instance of 4 consecutive 10 wickets haul – Aug 2001 to Nov 2001

Bowling Figure	Opposition	Ground	Match Date
11/196	v India	Colombo (SSC)	29-Aug-01
10/111	v Bangladesh	Colombo (SSC)	06-Sep-01
11/170	v West Indies	Galle	13-Nov-01
10/135	v West Indies	Kandy	21-Nov-01

The Sri Lankan magician repeated this incredible feat in 2006, taking ten wickets in Birmingham and Nottingham tests against England and again taking 10 wickets at Colombo against South Africa in next two tests.

Muralitharan’s Second instance of 4 consecutive 10 wickets haul – May 2006 to Aug 2006

Bowling Figure	Opposition	Ground	Match Date
10/115	v England	Birmingham	25-May-06
11/132	v England	Nottingham	02-Jun-06
10/172	v South Africa	Colombo (SSC)	27-Jul-06
12/225	v South Africa	Colombo (PSS)	04-Aug-06

Muralitharan’s record of consecutive ten-wicket hauls is a testament to his incredible skill and consistency as a bowler. He was known for his unorthodox bowling action and the ability to spin the ball both ways, making it difficult for batsmen to pick his deliveries.

Muralitharan finished his career with a staggering 800 Test wickets, the most by any bowler in the history of the game. He also holds the record for the most five-wicket and ten-wicket hauls in Test cricket, further cementing his place as one of the best spinners to ever grace the game.

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Who holds the record for the most consecutive ten-wicket hauls in Test cricket?

Muttiah Muralitharan holds the record for the most consecutive ten-wicket hauls in Test cricket. He achieved this feat twice in his career.

How many times did Muttiah Muralitharan take consecutive ten-wicket hauls in his career?

Muttiah Muralitharan took consecutive ten-wicket hauls twice in his career. From Aug 2001 to Nov 2001 his 4 consecutive ten wickets haul came. One against India and Bangladesh and ttwo against West Indies. His second streak went from May 2006 to Aug 2006 when he recorded 10 wickets haul two each against England and South Africa.

What is a ten-wicket haul?

A ten-wicket haul is when a bowler takes 10 or more wickets in a single Test match.

What made Muttiah Muralitharan such a great spinner?

Muttiah Muralitharan was known for his unorthodox bowling action and the ability to spin the ball both ways. He was also very consistent, which helped him take a large number of wickets in his career.

What other records does Muttiah Muralitharan hold?

Muttiah Muralitharan holds the record for the most Test wickets, with 800 wickets in total. He also holds the record for the most five-wicket and ten-wicket hauls in Test cricket.

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