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Nathan Lyon Approaches Monumental Career Milestone in AUS vs PAK Test Clash

  • Posted on December 13, 2023
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In the upcoming Test series between Australia and Pakistan, Nathan Lyon, just four wickets shy of the 500 mark, anticipates achieving a significant milestone. While the focus remains on David Warner's farewell, Lyon eyes this career-defining achievement. His fitness after an injury positions him to reach this milestone, making him the eighth bowler in Test cricket history to do so.

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Nathan Lyon finds himself on the verge of cricketing history as the Test series between Australia and Pakistan looms large. The anticipation revolves not only around David Warner's farewell but also Lyon's pursuit of a remarkable milestone—500 Test wickets. The imminent series kick-off in Perth marks Lyon's chance to etch his name alongside cricket's elite bowlers.

Having claimed 496 wickets across 122 matches, Lyon's determination to surpass this landmark remains evident. His untimely injury during the Ashes halted his progress but with recovery on his side, Lyon aims to dominate against Pakistan. If successful, Lyon will join a prestigious club of Test cricket legends, becoming the fourth spinner to achieve this feat.

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The history of Test cricket's highest wicket-takers reveals the rarity of Lyon's impending achievement. Muttiah Muralitharan reigns supreme with an astounding 800 scalps, followed by Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath. Among spinners, Anil Kumble was the last to surpass 500 wickets, ending his career with 619. Lyon's imminent feat will add him to this exclusive list.

As anticipation builds, both teams have finalized their playing XIs for the series opener. Australia, sticking to expectations, appoints Travis Head as vice-captain while Pakistan introduces debutants Khurram Shahzad and Aamer Jamal in their pace attack, omitting a specialist spinner.

Nathan Lyon's pursuit of 500 Test wickets adds an enticing narrative to the upcoming series, shaping it into an event where cricket history might be rewritten.

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