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The bowler to take the first 500 test wickets
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Courtney walsh
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Courtney Walsh was the first bowler to take 500 Test wickets, achieving the milestone in 2001. The West Indian fast bowler's longevity and consistency made him a pioneer in reaching this landmark. Wasim Akram, Shane Warne, and Muralitharan all reached 500 wickets later, but Walsh was the first to achieve this feat.