'Success is the sum total of...': Ravichandran Ashwin pens heartfelt note after getting felicitated by TNCA
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'Success is the sum total of...': Ravichandran Ashwin pens heartfelt note after getting felicitated by TNCA

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Veteran off-spinner Ashwin was felicitated by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association for his twin feats of completing a hundred Tests and becoming only the second Indian to join the 500-wicket club in Test cricket, achieving both during the England series. Ravichandran Ashwin completed 100 Tests and went past the 500-wicket mark in the format during the recently-concluded series against England. PTI Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was felicitated by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association on Sunday for his twin feat of 500 wickets and a century of Tests. During the five-match Test series against England, Ashwin became the second Indian cricketer to breach the 500-wicket mark.

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Ashwin reveals Dhoni surprised him with 'even better gift' after failing to show up for his 100th Test: ‘Thank you, MS'
6 days, 19 hours ago

Ashwin reveals Dhoni surprised him with 'even better gift' after failing to show up for his 100th Test: ‘Thank you, MS'

Firstpost  

Spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin revealed he had invited MS Dhoni for his 100th Test, against England in Dharamsala last year, and had even planned to make it his farewell Test. Ashwin also revealed that he wanted legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni to be present for the special occasion, which occurred during the fifth Test against England in Dharamsala in March last …

R Ashwin in awe of Shubman Gill's technique to take down Shaheen Afridi
3 weeks, 6 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 …

On this day: Jaiswal's double, Ashwin's 500 lead India to historic Test win in Rajkot
1 month ago

On this day: Jaiswal's double, Ashwin's 500 lead India to historic Test win in Rajkot

Hindustan Times  

On this day in 2024, India secured their largest Test victory by runs, defeating England by a staggering 434 runs at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot. The match was marked by Yashasvi Jaiswal’s brilliant double century, where he smashed a record 12 sixes and Ravichandran Ashwin’s milestone achievement of reaching 500 Test wickets. India's Yashasvi Jaiswal celebrates after …

Ashwin lauds this Indian youngster's potential to score century in every game
2 months, 1 week ago

Ashwin lauds this Indian youngster's potential to score century in every game

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Indian spin legend R Ashwin feels Rishabh Pant will score a century in every game if the maverick India wicketkeeper-batter is able to curb his extravagance and impetuosity as he has got "one of the best defences" in world cricket. Hailing Pant's ability to singlehandedly turn a match on its head, Ashwin said a lot of his shots …

R Ashwin reveals how Rishabh Pant can score hundreds in every game
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

R Ashwin reveals how Rishabh Pant can score hundreds in every game

India Today  

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin recently praised wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant for his exceptional defensive skills and discussed how he could reach his full potential in Test cricket. Pant, who scored 255 runs at an average of 28.33 in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, faced criticism for his dismissal in the first innings of the Melbourne Test. Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar …

Ravi Ashwin feels Rishabh Pant can score 100 in every match if he finds the middling game
2 months, 2 weeks 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’ …

Pragyan Ojha: Ashwin effectively harnessed his cricketing intelligence and relentless hunger for success
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Pragyan Ojha: Ashwin effectively harnessed his cricketing intelligence and relentless hunger for success

The Hindu  

When we began playing age-group cricket more than two decades ago, I distinctly remember hearing the name Ravichandran Ashwin for the first time. Eventually, he earned his place in Tamil Nadu’s Ranji Trophy team, featured in the Indian Premier League, and established himself as a genuine spinner, breaking into India’s white-ball team in 2010. I believe he has effectively harnessed …

Sai Kishore: For all of us who aspire to represent India one day, Ashwin has set an exceptionally high benchmark
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Sai Kishore: For all of us who aspire to represent India one day, Ashwin has set an exceptionally high benchmark

The Hindu  

I was just 20 years old when I shared the dressing room with R. Ashwin for the first time. For me, and for all of us who aspire to represent India one day, he has set an exceptionally high benchmark. Reaching such a high standard requires immense dedication and an unwavering passion to constantly refine your craft. It’s easy to …

ICC Rankings: Jasprit Bumrah Equals Ravichandran Ashwin's Record Of Highest-Rated Indian Test Bowler
2 months, 3 weeks ago

ICC Rankings: Jasprit Bumrah Equals Ravichandran Ashwin's Record Of Highest-Rated Indian Test Bowler

ABP News  

India’s spearhead pacer Jasprit Bumrah has solidified his top spot in the ICC Men's Test Bowling Rankings after his phenomenal performance in Brisbane. With his rating, Bumrah equalled the record set by former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin in December 2016, and became the joint highest-rated Indian Test bowler in ICC history. Australia’s Travis Head continued his remarkable run in the ongoing …

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 …

Ashwin might have got the time right, but the timing was all wrong
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ashwin might have got the time right, but the timing was all wrong

The Hindu  

Retirements come in stages, that’s the modern way. Ravichandran Ashwin will be seen in action at the IPL, and possibly even tennis ball cricket back home. Ashwin’s father might have let out the cat that everybody knew was in the bag by saying Ashwin felt humiliated at his treatment. Remarkably, Ashwin played all 65 Tests that India played at home …

'I don't blow kisses to my better half sitting in dressing room or hospitality box': Ravichandran Ashwin debunks myths
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3 months 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'
3 months 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 won a lot games for India on his own: Rangana Herath
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin won a lot games for India on his own: Rangana Herath

Hindustan Times  

Rangana Herath made two Test tours of India, playing a cumulative five matches. You need to stick to the basics, win the small, little pieces so that the big piece takes care of itself.” Even though they lost to his home country, Herath believes the tour of Sri Lanka shortly before they embarked for India helped the Kiwis immensely. “It's …

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

Who'll fill Ravichandran Ashwin's shoes? The problem-solver leaves Team India with one
3 months ago

Who'll fill Ravichandran Ashwin's shoes? The problem-solver leaves Team India with one

India Today  

When you think of Ravichandran Ashwin, you cannot help but recall the heart-stopping clash against Pakistan during the T20 World Cup 2022. Weeks later, Virender Sehwag’s Christmas morning tweet—“the scientist has done it.”—immortalised another Ashwin master-class. When Ashwin stepped onto the field, he wasn’t merely a cricketer; he was a chess master in whites, plotting moves and countermoves with an …

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

'India didn't treat Ashwin well': Prasanna makes bold 'replacement' remark amid Washington Sundar claims
3 months ago

'India didn't treat Ashwin well': Prasanna makes bold 'replacement' remark amid Washington Sundar claims

Hindustan Times  

No one expected Ravichandran Ashwin to retire from international cricket midway through a crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Erapalli Prasanna says Ravichandran Ashwin wasn't "treated well." Former India spinner Erapalli Prasanna has reacted to Ashwin's retirement, saying the 38-year-old wasn't "treated well" and it is a sad day for Indian cricket. I don’t think they treated him well because he was actually …

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 …

Ravichandran Ashwin: The spinner who shattered status-quo
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin: The spinner who shattered status-quo

The Hindu  

To bowl spin is to pause, reflect, tease and torment. When Ashwin emerged through the ranks, fine-tuning his craft in the tough TNCA league while also coping with excess analysis from a knowledgeable Tamil Nadu cricketing fraternity, India still had Harbhajan Singh doing his bit in the slow art. The gist Ashwin constantly reinvented himself, adding new deliveries and also …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Ravichandran Ashwin replies to Virat Kohli's ‘you made me emotional’ post: ‘I will be walking to bat with you at MCG’
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin replies to Virat Kohli's ‘you made me emotional’ post: ‘I will be walking to bat with you at MCG’

Hindustan Times  

It's hard to outsmart Ravichandran Ashwin on the cricket field. A couple of days after Virat Kohli revealed how Ashwin's retirement news had made him emotional and prompted him to recollect all the memories that they created while playing for India for 14 years, the great all-rounder came up with a brilliant one-liner. India's Ravichandran Ashwin with teammate Virat Kohli …

R Ashwin's wife pens heartfelt tribute to spinner: Share memes all day, bug our kids
3 months ago

R Ashwin's wife pens heartfelt tribute to spinner: Share memes all day, bug our kids

India Today  

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin’s wife Prithi Narayanan penned down an emotional tribute to her husband, who recently announced his retirement from international cricket. His wife Prithi Narayanan also penned a long emotional tribute recalling his cricketing journey over the years as the two stood by each other during the highs and lows of life. “The big wins, the MOS awards, …

Promised myself India won't lose another home series after England 2012: R Ashwin
3 months ago

Promised myself India won't lose another home series after England 2012: R Ashwin

India Today  

India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin recently shared his self-promise from the early days of his career that he wouldn’t let India lose another home series. In the special video feature, Ashwin shared the promise he made to himself about not letting India lose another series after losing against England in 2012 at home. Ashwin played a pivotal role in India’s over …

R Ashwin responds to Virat Kohli's tribute, reveals poignant MCG message
3 months ago

R Ashwin responds to Virat Kohli's tribute, reveals poignant MCG message

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin, now a former India spinner, responded to Virat Kohli's heartfelt retirement message to him as the spinner also assured the star batter that he would be present in sprits when Kohli walks on to bat at the MCG against Australia in the side's Boxing Day Test on December 26. Ashwin’s retirement on December 19 prompted Kohli to share …

R Ashwin retires: India's greatest match-winner deserved more respect
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3 months ago

R Ashwin retires: India's greatest match-winner deserved more respect

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of cricket’s most decorated spinners, stunned the cricketing world with the announcement of his retirement. ASHWIN DESERVED A BETTER FAREWELL Ashwin’s father, Ravichandran, alleged that his son faced humiliation, which may have influenced his decision to retire during India’s ongoing tour of Australia. Regardless of when or how he chooses to step away, his legacy as one …

"I think what stands out...": Shastri reveals key to Ashwin's greatness
3 months ago

"I think what stands out...": Shastri reveals key to Ashwin's greatness

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri opened up on what made recently retired all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin such a special player, saying he desired to evolve with times and learn "new tricks" that helped him achieve greatness. ": Shastri reveals key to Ashwin's greatness Ashwin called time on his prolific career at the end of the Gabba Test, …

Amul pays tribute to Indian ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin’s ‘illustrious career’ on his retirement
3 months ago

Amul pays tribute to Indian ace spinner Ravichandran Ashwin’s ‘illustrious career’ on his retirement

Live Mint  

A day after India's star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket, the iconic dairy brand Amul on Thursday paid a tribute in its signature “utterly butterly” style. Taking to social media, Amul posted a graphical image of Ashwin and wrote, “#Amul Topical: R Ashwin retires after an illustrious career!” Here's the tweet: Ashwin announces …

'Even if he wasn't playing next 2 Tests...': Clarke 'surprised', says Ashwin 'could have waited' for retirement
3 months ago

'Even if he wasn't playing next 2 Tests...': Clarke 'surprised', says Ashwin 'could have waited' for retirement

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement left many surprised on Wednesday, as the veteran Indian spinner called time on his international career after the Brisbane Test. Michael Clarke, the legendary former Australian captain, has also reacted to Ashwin's retirement, stating he didn't expect it to happen in the middle of the series. India's Ravichandran Ashwin celebrates Two Tests remain in the Border-Gavaskar …

Kapil Dev says R Ashwin deserved a better farewell: 'I would have sent him with a lot of respect'
3 months ago

Kapil Dev says R Ashwin deserved a better farewell: 'I would have sent him with a lot of respect'

Firstpost  

India’s 1983 World Cup-winning captain, Kapil Dev, expressed on Thursday that he wished for Ravichandran Ashwin to leave the game with “a lot of respect,” rather than the subdued conclusion to a remarkable career that the 38-year-old has experienced. Image: AP Kapil Dev feels that Ravichandran Ashwin deserved a better farewell as the veteran off-spinner took a sudden retirement from …

'I wouldn't have let him go like that': Kapil Dev baffled, says he would've ensured Ashwin retired with 'lot of respect'
3 months ago

'I wouldn't have let him go like that': Kapil Dev baffled, says he would've ensured Ashwin retired with 'lot of respect'

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, after the final day of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Brisbane. It was also a disappointing end to the career of one of India's greatest ever cricketers in Test cricket, considering the result of the match and his absence from the playing XI. Kapil Dev hurt by the …

Ravichandran Ashwin: Lesser-known records and milestones of the legendary Indian spinner
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin: Lesser-known records and milestones of the legendary Indian spinner

Hindustan Times  

Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, marking the end of a glittering career that spanned over a decade. Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket at the end of the third India vs Australia Test in Brisbane. Lesser-known records of Ravichandran Ashwin Second most wickets at home by an Indian bowler Ashwin ended his career …

'Did Ashwin want to break Kumble's record?': Gavaskar claims India legend lost steam, lack of chances led to retirement
3 months ago

'Did Ashwin want to break Kumble's record?': Gavaskar claims India legend lost steam, lack of chances led to retirement

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, on Wednesday, admitted that Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement announcement was always on the cards given India's Test fixtures for 2025, before speculating that the veteran bowler had lost his steam and realised the lack of opportunities in the future, which played a key role in him taking the call midway through the Australia Test series. Sunil …

Ashwin retirement: Four spinners who could break into the India Test team
3 months ago

Ashwin retirement: Four spinners who could break into the India Test team

The Hindu  

India’s premier off-spinner, R. Ashwin, announced his retirement after day five of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy third Test in Brisbane. Washington Sundar of India celebrates taking the wicket of Nathan Lyon of Australia for a duck during day four of the First Test match in the series between Australia and India at Perth Stadium. FILE PHOTO: India’s Kuldeep Yadav appeals for …

From Chennai to Melbourne: R Ashwin’s top spells for India
3 months ago

From Chennai to Melbourne: R Ashwin’s top spells for India

The Hindu  

As Ravichandran Ashwin called time on his international career on Wednesday, it is fitting to look back at some of his best performances in an India jersey: finishing with 537 Test wickets, 156 ODI wickets, and 72 T20I wickets, along with five Test centuries. | Photo Credit: K. Murali Kumar 6-41 vs Australia, Bengaluru, 2017 One of Ashwin’s finest performances …

Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir the only ones to know R Ashwin would retire; all others, including Kohli, were shocked
3 months ago

Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir the only ones to know R Ashwin would retire; all others, including Kohli, were shocked

Hindustan Times  

Only captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Gautam Gambhir reportedly knew about Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement plans. Moments after Ashwin, in a press conference with captain Rohit by his side, announced that December 18 was going to be his last day as India cricketer, Kohli took to social media to confirm that he only came to know about Ashwin's decision during …

Ashwin returns to India a day after surprise retirement announcement
3 months ago

Ashwin returns to India a day after surprise retirement announcement

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: A day after announcing his retirement from international cricket midway into the Test series against Australia, India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made a quiet early-morning return to the country here on Thursday. Ashiwn could be seen was escorted out of the Chennai International Airport by local officials as fans took photographs before he left with his family without talking to …

Just-retired Ashwin returns to Chennai
3 months ago

Just-retired Ashwin returns to Chennai

Hindustan Times  

Chennai, A day after announcing his retirement from international cricket midway into the Test series against Australia, India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made a quiet early-morning return to the country here on Thursday. HT Image Ashiwn could be seen was escorted out of the Chennai International Airport by local officials as fans took photographs before he left with his family without …

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from Tests: Let's take a look at his records in this format
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from Tests: Let's take a look at his records in this format

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : India's decorated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will go down as one of Indian cricket's all-time greats. Ravichandran Ashwin retires from Tests: Let's take a look at his records in this format From a sizeable wickets tally to an achievement that is the envy of Test all-rounders, here's a list of the records the 38-year-old holds as he called …

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