Ravichandran Ashwin retirement LIVE updates: Virat Kohli shares emotional note; ‘Had a long journey together since 2010,’ says Rohit Sharma
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Ravichandran Ashwin retirement LIVE updates: Virat Kohli shares emotional note; ‘Had a long journey together since 2010,’ says Rohit Sharma

The Hindu  

India’s key spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced retirement from international cricket on Wednesday by the end of the third Test match Border-Gavaskar series against Australia in Brisbane. He announced his decision during the press meet in Gabba that happened after today’s test match. Ashwin has taken 537 wickets at an average of 24 in 106 Test matches. Ashwin also has 37 5-wicket-hauls in an innings, the second most behind Sri Lanka’s legendary Muttiah Muralitharan.

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Balaji foresees Ashwin in an anchor role for Chennai Super Kings
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3 days, 18 hours ago

Balaji foresees Ashwin in an anchor role for Chennai Super Kings

The Hindu  

Just about seven months ago, in the first week of August, R. Ashwin walked out to bat at the top of the order for his side, the Dindigul Dragons, in Tamil Nadu Premier League final. Throughout TNPL, Ashwin batted right at the top and scored 252 runs at an impressive strike rate of 151.80. With the 18th edition of the …

Wanted to retire after playing my 100th Test, had even invited MS Dhoni: R Ashwin
6 days, 11 hours ago

Wanted to retire after playing my 100th Test, had even invited MS Dhoni: R Ashwin

India Today  

Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin recently revealed that he wanted to retire after playing his 100th Test match and had even invited MS Dhoni for the grand occasion. Ashwin made his 100th appearance in Test cricket during the fifth game against England in March 2024 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. Recently, Ashwin made the shocking revelation …

Will Kohli and Rohit retire from ODIs after Champions Trophy Final? Aakash Chopra reacts
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Will Kohli and Rohit retire from ODIs after Champions Trophy Final? Aakash Chopra reacts

Firstpost  

Former cricketer Aakash Chopra weighed in on speculations about Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s ODI future after the Champions Trophy final. Image: Reuters Social media has been abuzz with rumours that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma could bid goodbye to ODI cricket after the Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand on Sunday in Dubai. Aakash Chopra reacts on Kohli, …

R Ashwin in awe of Shubman Gill's technique to take down Shaheen Afridi
3 weeks, 5 days ago

R Ashwin in awe of Shubman Gill's technique to take down Shaheen Afridi

India Today  

Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin said that he was in awe of Shubman Gill after he took down Shaheen Afridi during the India vs Pakistan fixture in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Following Gill’s innings, Ashwin dissected his technique and mentioned how he was ready for the short ball against Afridi on a particular delivery but quickly shifted his balance …

Ravichandran Ashwin wants single change in India’s Champions Trophy squad, says ’don’t know who they would want to drop’
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin wants single change in India’s Champions Trophy squad, says ’don’t know who they would want to drop’

Live Mint  

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin felt India should make one change in their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad ahead of the tournament which starts later in the month. Ravichandran Ashwin, who retired from international cricket last year, opined Varun Chakravarthy deserves a place in the squad too after his heroics with the ball in the past few T20I series for …

India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: India wicketkeeper-batter Wriddhiman Saha retired from all forms of cricket on Saturday, bringing down the curtains on an illustrious career after playing his final Ranji Trophy group-stage match for Bengal against Punjab at the iconic Eden Gardens here. Reflecting on the impact of cricket on his life, Saha said, "Everything I am today, every achievement, every lesson learned" I …

Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket, pens emotional note
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wriddhiman Saha retires from all forms of cricket, pens emotional note

India Today  

Bengal stalwart Wriddhiman Saha retired from all forms of cricket after playing the last group-stage match of the Ranji Trophy on Saturday, February 1. Wriddhiman Saha's biggest moment perhaps came in the Indian Premier League when he hit a century in the IPL final against Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2014 season. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/eSKyGQht4R — Wriddhiman Saha February 1, 2025 …

R Ashwin wants Ravindra Jadeja to bat at No.4, Hardik Pandya at 5 in Champions Trophy
2 months ago

R Ashwin wants Ravindra Jadeja to bat at No.4, Hardik Pandya at 5 in Champions Trophy

India Today  

Ravindra Jadeja should bat at No.4 in the Champions Trophy, suggested former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin. Ashwin said that if he had a chance, he would keep Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, and Axar Patel as India's 4, 5, and 6 in ODI cricket. India has a strong middle order with the likes of Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, …

Felt sad when R Ashwin retired in the middle of Australia tour: Kapil Dev
2 months, 1 week ago

Felt sad when R Ashwin retired in the middle of Australia tour: Kapil Dev

India Today  

Legendary India all-rounder Kapil Dev revealed that he was left disappointed with Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement in the middle of the recent five-match Test series against Australia. Recently, Kapil Dev shared his views on Ashwin’s retirement and called him a strong-headed guy. Ashwin retired as the second-highest wicket taker for India in Tests with 537 wickets from 106 matches at an …

R Ashwin breaks silence on retirement call, not getting farewell Test
2 months, 1 week ago

R Ashwin breaks silence on retirement call, not getting farewell Test

India Today  

Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin reiterated his stance against farewell matches, expressing that he had no desire to remain in the game solely for a ceremonial send-off. Several former cricketers, including the legendary Kapil Dev, opined that Ashwin deserved a farewell Test. But it’s always better to leave when people ask ‘why’ rather than ‘why not’," Ashwin shared on his …

End of Ravindra Jadeja’s Test career? India star’s cryptic Instagram post sparks speculation
2 months, 1 week ago

End of Ravindra Jadeja’s Test career? India star’s cryptic Instagram post sparks speculation

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shocked the cricketing world when he announced his retirement in the middle of the Border Gavaskar Trophy and returned to India. Now, Ashwin's bowling partner Ravindra Jadeja has shared an Instagram post with his Test jersey clearly visible, leaving the Indian public confused as to whether the left-handed all-rounder is ready to call time on …

R Ashwin was insulted, deserved to retire with dignity: Manoj Tiwary
2 months, 1 week ago

R Ashwin was insulted, deserved to retire with dignity: Manoj Tiwary

India Today  

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has slammed the Indian team management for mishandling Ravichandran Ashwin in Australia. In an interview with the Press Trust of India, the former Bengal captain alleged that Ashwin was insulted, which led to his retirement from international cricket. On Ashwin, the former Bengal player said that Ashwin was insulted as the Indian management kept bringing …

Ravi Ashwin feels Rishabh Pant can score 100 in every match if he finds the middling game
2 months, 1 week ago

Ravi Ashwin feels Rishabh Pant can score 100 in every match if he finds the middling game

India TV News  

Ravi Ashwin feels Rishabh Pant can score 100 in every match if he finds the middling game Rishabh Pant scored only one half-century in the recently concluded Border Gavaskar series. Meanwhile, Ravi Ashwin feels Pant can hit a hundred in every game he plays if he can find the middling game. Former India cricketer Ravi Ashwin feels that star wicketkeeper …

The art of being Ashwin
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The art of being Ashwin

The Hindu  

Wily spinners and wristy batters were deemed as Indian cricket’s strengths for a long time. Always a brave spinner in a format that favoured the batters, Ashwin was never averse to bowl the first over when most fielders were in and men like Chris Gayle were on the prowl. Precision and perfection Currently placed seventh in the all-time Test wicket-takers’ …

From James Anderson to Ravichandran Ashwin, top 10 most heartbreaking retirements in cricket in 2024
2 months, 3 weeks ago

From James Anderson to Ravichandran Ashwin, top 10 most heartbreaking retirements in cricket in 2024

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Retirements in sports are something that evokes a variety of emotions, be it regret, heartbreak, relief, a sense of unfinished business or a fairytale-like feeling, both on the part of players and their fans. With 18,995 runs in 383 games, 49 centuries, 98 fifties, two ICC Cricket World Cup titles, one ICC T20 World Cup and ICC …

Rohit Sharma to announce retirement from red-ball cricket after Sydney Test?
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma to announce retirement from red-ball cricket after Sydney Test?

Deccan Chronicle  

"Retirement," a word that was trending in the country for some time now. India's senior men -- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, with their string of low scores should be credited for igniting the trend. India red ball and ODI captain, Rohit Sharma after missing the first Test in Perth, managed to score just a meagre 31 runs in the …

From James Anderson to Ravichandran Ashwin, top 10 most heartbreaking retirements in cricket this year
2 months, 3 weeks ago

From James Anderson to Ravichandran Ashwin, top 10 most heartbreaking retirements in cricket this year

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Retirements in sports is something that evokes a variety of emotions, be it regret, heartbreak, relief, a sense of unfinished business or a fairytale-like feeling, both on part of players and their fans. -David Warner Perhaps Australia's finest all-format opener retired from all formats of the game after a Super Eight exit from T20 World Cup, in …

Calls for retirement grow louder for Kohli, Rohit after poor show at Melbourne
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Calls for retirement grow louder for Kohli, Rohit after poor show at Melbourne

Deccan Chronicle  

Team India senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli were put under the scanner yet again as their poor form continued at the Melbourne Cricket Ground that allowed the hosts to register a 184-run victory in the fourth Test on Monday. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli disappointed fans with single digit scores in the much important second innings, where India …

Rohit Sharma to retire after IND vs AUS BGT Test series? Rumours fly as chief selector Ajit Agarkar reaches Melbourne
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma to retire after IND vs AUS BGT Test series? Rumours fly as chief selector Ajit Agarkar reaches Melbourne

Live Mint  

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma's recent lean patch is in focus as Chief Selector Ajith Agarkar's presence in Melbourne triggered talk about the skipper's probable retirement. Questions will be asked if he doesn't score in those three innings.” With his continued insipid performances, questions are being raised about whether the 38-year-old Indian captain will soon retire from Test cricket. …

Yearender 2024: Retirements galore as Ashwin, Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja and more mark the end of an era
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Yearender 2024: Retirements galore as Ashwin, Kohli, Rohit, Jadeja and more mark the end of an era

Hindustan Times  

The year 2024 is drawing to a close, leaving behind a trail of unforgettable moments in cricket. This announcement was on unexpected lines, momentarily overshadowing the earlier retirement of Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and Rohit Sharma from T20Is, a decision they made shortly after India's T20 World Cup victory in Barbados. Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja and Rohit Sharma Moments after …

'Ashwin wouldn't have retired if he knew India at MCG…': Ravi Shastri's mic drop remark on Washington Sundar's return
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

'Ashwin wouldn't have retired if he knew India at MCG…': Ravi Shastri's mic drop remark on Washington Sundar's return

Hindustan Times  

Former India all-rounder and head coach Ravi Shastri said Ravichandran Ashwin would not have retired in the middle of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy had he known that India would be playing with two spin-bowling all-rounders in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG in Melbourne. ‘Ashwin wouldn’t have retired had he known…' Shastri said he would have kept Gill in the …

Jasprit Bumrah achieves India's joint-highest rating ever in ICC rankings, matches Ravichandran Ashwin
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jasprit Bumrah achieves India's joint-highest rating ever in ICC rankings, matches Ravichandran Ashwin

Hindustan Times  

Jasprit Bumrah attained the joint-highest rating points ever achieved by a Test bowler by an Indian after another excellent performance in the third match of their ICC World Test Championship series against Australia in Melbourne. India's Jasprit Bumrah celebrates with teammate Ravichandran Ashwin Bumrah, who finished with a match-haul of nine for 94, added 14 points to his tally and …

'Haven't seen Rahul Dravid exult like that. He came to me and said…': Ashwin's unforgettable 'you're in the squad' chat
2 months, 3 weeks ago

'Haven't seen Rahul Dravid exult like that. He came to me and said…': Ashwin's unforgettable 'you're in the squad' chat

Hindustan Times  

Who can forget Ravichandran Ashwin's iconic leave during the 2022 T20 World Cup match against Pakistan at the Melbourne Cricket Ground? The off-spinner, who recently announced his retirement from international cricket, recalled his decision to let the ball go and how he made former Team India head coach Rahul Dravid exult after India pulled off a miraculous win against Pakistan. …

'I don't blow kisses to my better half sitting in dressing room or hospitality box': Ravichandran Ashwin debunks myths
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

'I don't blow kisses to my better half sitting in dressing room or hospitality box': Ravichandran Ashwin debunks myths

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin is as good with his words as he is wtih his skills on the cricket field. Ravichandran Ashwin with his wife Ashwin's memoir was released in July this year, some five months before he announced his retirement from international cricket in the middle of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. One of the biggest myths about him, Ashwin said, was that …

R Ashwin opens up on his sudden retirement: 'Always wanted to leave things behind as nonchalantly as I can'
2 months, 3 weeks ago

R Ashwin opens up on his sudden retirement: 'Always wanted to leave things behind as nonchalantly as I can'

Firstpost  

Ashwin added that he wasn’t done as a cricketer even if he decided to bring the curtains down on his international career, and added that the thought of Nathan Lyon overtaking him on the wicket-takers’ list did not bother him. AP Indian spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin opened up on his shock retirement midway during the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy during a …

Ravichandran Ashwin breaks silence on international retirement; ‘Wanted to leave nonchalantly…’
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin breaks silence on international retirement; ‘Wanted to leave nonchalantly…’

Live Mint  

Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin sent shockwaves across the entire cricketing world when he announced his retirement from cricket in the middle of Border Gavaskar Trophy in Australia earlier this month. However, the 37 year old had now finally broken his silence on international cricket retirement giving insights behind why he took the decision at this stage in his career. …

No regrets about not captaining India, but would have enjoyed it: R Ashwin
2 months, 3 weeks ago

No regrets about not captaining India, but would have enjoyed it: R Ashwin

India Today  

Recently retired, R Ashwin stated that he has no regrets about his career, including missing the opportunity to captain the senior men’s national team. But I did not have any regret that I didn't go on to lead my country because these are not things that I can control," Ashwin told Sky Sports Podcast. "I have realised somebody needs to …

Ashwin: Pressure off my back, I see myself doing a lot more in the next few years
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ashwin: Pressure off my back, I see myself doing a lot more in the next few years

The Hindu  

Free from the immense pressure of being an Indian cricketer, Ravichandran Ashwin envisions a more active and impactful role in cricket in the coming years. In a chat with former England captains, Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain, on Sky Cricket Podcast, Ashwin revealed that one of the reasons he retired in the middle of the series is that he did …

Ravichandran Ashwin ends silence on his decision to retire from international cricket: 'I have never been a person who…'
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin ends silence on his decision to retire from international cricket: 'I have never been a person who…'

Hindustan Times  

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shocked the world when he announced his retirement from international cricket after the third Test against Australia at Gabba, Brisbane. However, Ashwin's case is totally different as several legends like Sunil Gavaskar, Erapalli Prasanna, and Kapil Dev wondered what led Ashwin to take the call. Erapalli Prasanna also said that Ashwin wasn't treated “very well” and …

'Ashwin has taken retirement...': Cheteshwar Pujara's blunt assessment on India's 'weak' bowling
3 months ago

'Ashwin has taken retirement...': Cheteshwar Pujara's blunt assessment on India's 'weak' bowling

Hindustan Times  

Ever since the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia got underway in November, questions have been raised against the Indian team combination, especially the bowling department. Cheteshwar Pujara reckons India's bowling has gotten weaker after the retirement of Ravichandran Ashwin. He said that if Ravindra Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy are eventually chosen as the fourth and fifth options, then the bowling …

R Ashwin reveals the thought process behind sudden retirement
3 months ago

R Ashwin reveals the thought process behind sudden retirement

India Today  

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has finally opened up about his retirement and the thought process behind making this monumental decision. During the announcement, Ashwin shared insights into his mindset, revealing that he doesn’t believe in holding onto things. Watch the video here- "It is the game that has always stood ahead of me" 🏏 An incredibly humble reflection of …

Filling Ashwin’s shoes will be a big challenge
3 months ago

Filling Ashwin’s shoes will be a big challenge

New Indian Express  

Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement announcement came out of the blue. Ashwin’s mid-series announcement and return to India sparked a debate on whether he did it the right way, or should he have been given a ‘farewell Test’. Even if there was to be one at home for Ashwin, it would have been at least nine months away. Washington Sundar is there …

R Ashwin reflects on India career after retirement: Don't cry because it's over
3 months ago

R Ashwin reflects on India career after retirement: Don't cry because it's over

India Today  

Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin shared a heartfelt Instagram post just days after announcing his retirement from international cricket. Ashwin's post R Ashwin surprised many by retiring midway through the all-important Border Gavaskar Trophy. Minutes after India drew the third Test in Brisbane, Ashwin announced his retirement during a press conference alongside captain Rohit Sharma at the Gabba. When asked …

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan
3 months ago

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement from international cricket comes amidst a heated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. While the spinner has been a star for India on several tours of Australia, found success in England, and helped establish an era of dominance at home, he still signals the first of a generation of Indian cricketers who have never taken part in what was once …

PM Modi's tribute to Ashwin after his shock retirement: ‘Your carrom ball bowled everyone’
3 months ago

PM Modi's tribute to Ashwin after his shock retirement: ‘Your carrom ball bowled everyone’

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Ravichandran Ashwin, India's veteran off-spinner, on his remarkable 14-year international cricket career. In a heartfelt letter, the Prime Minister praised Ashwin's incredible career, highlighting his unique ability to outwit batsmen with his off-spin and innovative variations. PM Modi fondly recalled Ashwin’s iconic jersey number 99, noting that it would be "sorely missed" by fans and …

'When Sundar played the Perth Test, he said that's it': Ex-India cricketer on Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement
3 months ago

'When Sundar played the Perth Test, he said that's it': Ex-India cricketer on Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement

Hindustan Times  

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced international retirement following the end of the third Test against Australia at Gabba, Brisbane. Ravichandran Ashwin announced his international retirement after the end of Gabba Test against Australia. When Washington Sundar played the Perth Test, he said 'that's it' Aakash Chopra reckons that Washington Sundar playing ahead of Ashwin might have led to the senior …

PM Modi reacts to Ravichandran Ashwin’s surprising retirement announcement: ’Bowled a carrom ball’
3 months ago

PM Modi reacts to Ravichandran Ashwin’s surprising retirement announcement: ’Bowled a carrom ball’

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reacted to Ravichandran Ashwin's shocking retirement announcement by comparing it to the mysterious carrom balls bowled by the off-spinner. At a time when everyone was looking forward to many more off-breaks, you bowled a carrom ball that bowled everyone.” PM Modi wrote in a heartfelt letter to the off-spinner. The Prime Minister also made a …

PM Modi's heartfelt letter to Ashwin on his retirement: 'Jersey number 99 will be sorely missed'
3 months ago

PM Modi's heartfelt letter to Ashwin on his retirement: 'Jersey number 99 will be sorely missed'

India TV News  

PM Modi's heartfelt letter to Ashwin on his retirement: 'Jersey number 99 will be sorely missed' Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for "putting the team above everything else" during his entire playing career for Team India. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extolled Ravichandran Ashwin for his "outstanding" international career for the Men in Blue. PM …

If they don't score: Jadeja's blunt take on top-order batsmen ahead of Boxing Day Test
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3 months ago

If they don't score: Jadeja's blunt take on top-order batsmen ahead of Boxing Day Test

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Star India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja on Saturday said lack of runs from the top-order builds pressure on the lower-order and called for an improved performance from the batting unit in the Boxing Day Test here.Jadeja played a crucial role in the rain-hit third Test against Australia at Brisbane, scoring a gritty 77 in the first innings to help India …

'5 Minutes Before Press Conference': Ashwin's Retirement Bombshell To 'Partner In Crime'
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3 months ago

'5 Minutes Before Press Conference': Ashwin's Retirement Bombshell To 'Partner In Crime'

ABP News  

Ravichandran Ashwin stunned the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from international cricket during the ongoing IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Ahead of IND vs AUS 4th Test in Melbourne, Jadeja addressed the press conference and shared his thoughts on Ashwin's unexpected announcement. Washington Sundar's recent performances hint that he may be seen as a potential long-term successor to Ravichandran …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Got to know about R Ashwin’s retirement when he went for the press conference, says Jadeja
3 months ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Got to know about R Ashwin’s retirement when he went for the press conference, says Jadeja

The Hindu  

After a long stint at the nets followed by a workout in the gym, Ravindra Jadeja gulped a beverage and had a tiny bite of a savoury to fortify himself. Well that’s Ashwin, only he knows what’s in his head,” Jadeja said with a bemused smile. Asked for a self-appraisal following his performance in the third Test at Brisbane, that …

Ashwin's wife pens heartfelt tribute after his sudden retirement
3 months ago

Ashwin's wife pens heartfelt tribute after his sudden retirement

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: India's ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's wife Prithi Narayanan has penned a heartfelt tribute for her husband following his recent retirement from the game, saying "it is time to set the burden of being you down" and embrace life beyond the game. Describing her tribute as a "Love letter from a fan girl", Prithi wrote on Instagram: "Dear Ashwin, from …

'We spent the whole day together and Ashwin didn't even give me a hint': Jadeja informed '5 mins' before retirement
3 months ago

'We spent the whole day together and Ashwin didn't even give me a hint': Jadeja informed '5 mins' before retirement

Hindustan Times  

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja was "shocked" like everyone else when Ravichandran Ashwin announced his international retirement following the conclusion of the third Test between India and Australia at the Gabba. Jadeja revealed that he got to know about the off-spinner's retirement just five minutes before the press conference, where Ashwin bid adieu to international cricket. Ashwin 'on-field mentor' for Jadeja Jadeja, …

Prithi, Ashwin’s wife, pens a tribute to her ‘all-time favourite cricketer’
3 months ago

Prithi, Ashwin’s wife, pens a tribute to her ‘all-time favourite cricketer’

The Hindu  

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin concluded his illustrious international career following the end of the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar series in Brisbane on Wednesday. Ashwin retired with 537 Test wickets at an average of 24, along with 3,503 runs, including six centuries. Following his retirement announcement, Ashwin’s wife Prithi Narayanan shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, highlighting the memories …

Ravichandran Ashwin’s wife Prithi pens emotional note as India allrounder retires: ‘Live life on your terms’
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin’s wife Prithi pens emotional note as India allrounder retires: ‘Live life on your terms’

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin's wife Prithi Narayanan posted a heartfelt note for the star Indian allrounder on Thursday, a day after he announced his immediate retirement from international cricket. Narayanan recalled Ashwin's cricketing journey over the years, his "small and big moments", and shared how she felt when the 38-year-old announced his retirement. "The big wins, the MOS awards, the quiet silence …

Harbhajan Singh opens up on rumoured rift with Ravichandran Ashwin: 'Little vocal about Indian pitches...'
3 months ago

Harbhajan Singh opens up on rumoured rift with Ravichandran Ashwin: 'Little vocal about Indian pitches...'

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin bid adieu to international cricket earlier this week after he called time on his career following the end of the Gabba Test against Australia. Harbhajan Singh breaks silence on rumoured rift with Ravi Ashwin Throughout his career, Ashwin was compared with another legendary Indian spinner, Harbhajan Singh. 'Little vocal about pitches in India' Harbhajan Singh insisted he does …

I got to know R Ashwin was retiring 5 minutes before he announced it: Ravindra Jadeja
3 months ago

I got to know R Ashwin was retiring 5 minutes before he announced it: Ravindra Jadeja

India Today  

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja said he was as surprised as the rest of the cricketing world when he learnt about R Ashwin's retirement on Day 5 of the third Test between India and Australia. Jadeja revealed that Ashwin and he had been sitting together throughout the final day's play, but his former spin partner did not give the slightest hint about …

Abhinav Mukund believes Ashwin contemplated retirement before final decision
3 months ago

Abhinav Mukund believes Ashwin contemplated retirement before final decision

India Today  

Former India batter Abhinav Mukund revealed that the legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin had been contemplating retirement for months before he officially announced the end of his illustrious international career. Recalling long bus rides during the Ranji Trophy, Mukund highlighted Ashwin's penchant for leading games of Mafia, a deduction game that showcased his love for strategy and interaction. Mukund also reminisced …

Ravichandran Ashwin picks his successor post-retirement, announces it on social media; who is he?
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin picks his successor post-retirement, announces it on social media; who is he?

Live Mint  

With the sudden and unexpected retirement announcement by India's decorated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin following a draw against Australia in the third Test at Brisbane, a void was created in the Indian cricket team, and one question on everyone's mind was who would replace the spin wizard. Soon after Ashwin's retirement announcement, India's off-spin all-rounder Washington Sundar penned a heartfelt tribute …

From Ravi Ashwin to James Anderson, star cricketers who bid adieu to the game in 2024
3 months ago

From Ravi Ashwin to James Anderson, star cricketers who bid adieu to the game in 2024

India TV News  

Saying goodbyes is hard. Indian legend Ravi Ashwin, who has the most wickets for India in the winning cause said goodbye to the International cricket mid-way in the ongoing Border-Gasvaskar Trophy 2024/25. England legend James Anderson, the master of swing, also left the International circuit as the most-prolific pacer with 991 wickets. The likes of David Warner, Tim Southee, Dean …

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