Harbhajan Singh's Birthday: A Look At the Former Cricketer's Top Achievements

Former Indian cricket player Harbhajan Singh is one of the greatest spinners in the history anyone has ever known. Fondly called Turbanator, Harbhajan has scaled to great heights in his 23 years of lucrative sports career. Despite coming from a humble background, Bhajji ruled International cricket for almost a decade.

The veteran of 236 ODIs and 103 Tests, Singh officially ended his 23-year-long illustrious cricketing career in December 2021. Harbhajan, with his incredible on-field performances, has left an indelible mark in his fan's hearts that will never fade.

Harbhajan Singh’s Top Achievements

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As Singh turns 44 years old today, let us have a look at some of his top achievements.

First Indian off-spinner to take 400 Test wickets

In 2011 while competing with West Indies, Harbhajan for the first time marked his status as the first Indian off-spinner to scalp 400 wickets in the game's longest formats. Singh proudly holds the top 15th spot on the list of highest wicket-takers in Test Cricket.

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First Indian To Take A Test Hat-Trick

With the showcase of his commendable performance in the India-Australia 2001 Test Series, Harbhajan earned the title of ‘Man of the Series’. In the historic second test at Eden Gardens, Bhajji became the first Indian to take a hat-trick in the longest format.

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Accomplishment In The Indian Premier League

During the IPL, Harbhajan became the fifth-highest wicket-taking bowler with 150 scalps in 163 matches. The Turbanator also lifted the IPL trophy four times in his career.

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7-133 & 8-84 vs Australia, Chennai Test, 2001

During the famous 2001 Test match against Australia in Chennai, Harbhajan Singh gave a terrific performance worth remembering. Riding on the back of Harbhajan’s 15 wickets, India sealed a famous Test series victory over the mighty Aussies.

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