Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ravichandran Ashwin retires from international cricket, finishes 2nd to Anil Kumble for most Test wickets among Indians

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Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket after India's draw against Australia in the third Test at the Gabba in Brisbane in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Watch Virat Kohli hugs Ravichandran Ashwin Ravichandran Ashwin's overall stats in international cricket Arguably one of the greatest spinners of all time, Ashwin leaves behind a legacy and finishes second after legendary Anil Kumble in the list of most Test wickets by an Indian. Overall, Ashwin played 106 Tests, 116 ODIs, and 65 T20Is for India, taking 765 wickets. Not to forget, Ashwin, who made his Test debut in 2011, finishes with 37 five-wicket hauls in the longest format and bows out as the seventh-highest wicket-taker in Tests and is the highest-taking bowler among off-spinners in Tests at the moment.

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The art of being Ashwin
1 day, 3 hours 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’ …

Troubling batters left, right and centre - The R Ashwin story in numbers
6 days, 3 hours ago

Troubling batters left, right and centre - The R Ashwin story in numbers

The Hindu  

Few players have analysed cricket as deeply as R. Ashwin. For over a decade, Ashwin strode the globe as one of the sport’s premier spin exponents, playing a pivotal role in establishing India’s dominance in Test cricket, particularly on home soil. Ashwin’s Test record came tantalisingly close to a perfectly symmetrical left-right dismissal count – 269 right-handers and 268 left-handers. …

Anil Kumble: Ashwin should have played in every match outside India
1 week ago

Anil Kumble: Ashwin should have played in every match outside India

The Hindu  

Ravichandran Ashwin is a matchwinner. Formative years: The first time Anil Kumble saw Ravichandran Ashwin in person was in the 2011 IPL final, where Ashwin’s 3 for 16 helped CSK beat RCB. | Photo Credit: PTI A good-quality batter or bowler should be able to adapt, and Ashwin has, even though he has not had the opportunity to play in …

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

From James Anderson to Ravichandran Ashwin, top 10 most heartbreaking retirements in cricket this year
1 week, 2 days 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 …

Rohit Sharma to retire after IND vs AUS BGT Test series? Rumours fly as chief selector Ajit Agarkar reaches Melbourne
1 week, 5 days 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. …

'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 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 …

ICC Rankings: Jasprit Bumrah Equals Ravichandran Ashwin's Record Of Highest-Rated Indian Test Bowler
2 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 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 weeks, 1 day 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 …

'Haven't seen Rahul Dravid exult like that. He came to me and said…': Ashwin's unforgettable 'you're in the squad' chat
2 weeks, 1 day 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 weeks, 2 days 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 …

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

Filling Ashwin’s shoes will be a big challenge
2 weeks, 3 days 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
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

R Ashwin reveals the thought process behind sudden retirement
2 weeks, 3 days 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 …

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

'India didn't treat Ashwin well': Prasanna makes bold 'replacement' remark amid Washington Sundar claims
2 weeks, 4 days 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’
2 weeks, 4 days 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
2 weeks, 4 days 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’
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Ravichandran Ashwin: The spinner who shattered status-quo
2 weeks, 4 days 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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2 weeks, 4 days 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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2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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’
2 weeks, 5 days 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’
2 weeks, 5 days 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...'
2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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?
2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

What’s next for Ravichandran Ashwin? 5 promising career options he could look at after retirement
2 weeks, 5 days ago

What’s next for Ravichandran Ashwin? 5 promising career options he could look at after retirement

Live Mint  

Arguably one of the most successful Indian off-spinners, Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement from international cricket has certainly sent shockwaves among the fans and experts. While the time of Ashwin's retirement could be a matter of debate, considering there are a couple of Tests matches to go in the BGT, the ace-spinner wanted to go out in his own terms and called …

Who Called R Ashwin After He Announced Retirement? Check Out His Call Log
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Who Called R Ashwin After He Announced Retirement? Check Out His Call Log

ABP News  

Ravichandran Ashwin shocked everyone with a surprise announcement of his retirement from international cricket following the conclusion of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 Test on December 18. The cricketing community was taken by surprise when Ashwin attended the post-match conference at The Gabba in Brisbane alongside Indian captain Rohit Sharma and revealed that it was his last day as an …

Former Pakistan Cricketer Backs ‘Genius’ R Ashwin For BCCI or ICC Leadership In Future
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Former Pakistan Cricketer Backs ‘Genius’ R Ashwin For BCCI or ICC Leadership In Future

ABP News  

New Delhi: As Ravichandran Ashwin, one of cricket's most celebrated spinners, left fans and experts shocked by his sudden exit from international cricket, the former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif showered huge praise on the India star for his tactical acumen and sharp cricketing brain, saying the 38-year-old has the ability to "take over the BCCI and ICC in future". Ashwin …

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli to follow Ravichandran Ashwin’s footsteps in ‘Summer of 2025’? Here’s what report says

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement after India vs Australia's third Test in Brisbane has sent shockwaves around the cricketing fraternity. With the Indian team ‘going through a transition’ according to Jasprit Bumrah, Ashwin's retirement might be just a footstep for the ‘last bunch of OGs’ to make their way out in the 'Summer of 2025'. “How much of this decision is …

What are the chances of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli following R Ashwin into Test retirement as early as next year?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

What are the chances of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli following R Ashwin into Test retirement as early as next year?

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma has never shied away from taking responsibility, especially since he became India’s all-format captain in March 2022. How long do you think will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continue to play Tests for India? The next two Tests in Australia will go a long way towards how the future shapes up – whether Rohit is around in Old …

R Ashwin was ready to evolve all the time, made him stand out: Ravi Shastri
2 weeks, 6 days ago

R Ashwin was ready to evolve all the time, made him stand out: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

Former India coach Ravi Shastri highlighted how Ravichandran Ashwin’s eagerness to adapt and evolve with the changing dynamics of cricket made him an exceptional player throughout his career. Ashwin revealed his decision to retire from international cricket during the post-match press conference following India’s hard-fought draw against Australia in the Brisbane Test, leaving fans and experts alike surprised. While many …

R Ashwin's wife pens heartfelt tribute to spinner: Share memes all day, bug our kids
2 weeks, 6 days 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
2 weeks, 6 days 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
2 weeks, 6 days 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 grateful for calls from Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev on retirement day
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

R Ashwin grateful for calls from Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev on retirement day

India Today  

Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that cricketing legends Sachin Tendulkar and Kapil Dev reached out to him after he announced his international retirement. Tendulkar and Ashwin, who were teammates during the early stages of Ashwin's Test career, also shared the joy of being part of India's 2011 ODI World Cup-winning squad, adding a deeper significance to their bond. If …

R Ashwin retires: India's greatest match-winner deserved more respect
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2 weeks, 6 days 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
2 weeks, 6 days 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, …

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