Try to be in the best possible mental and physical space before every game: R Ashwin
5 years, 3 months ago

Try to be in the best possible mental and physical space before every game: R Ashwin

India Today  

India's ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin equalled Sri Lanka legend Muttiah Muralitharan's world record of being the fastest to pick 350 Test wickets. Celebrating Ashwin's memorable comeback to the Test XI, BCCI posted a compilation video in which he's being interviewed by India fielding coach R Sridhar on two different occasions. By @RajalArora Full https://t.co/BsR6IPyooq pic.twitter.com/ovAHjRepUt BCCI October 6, 2019 Coincidentally, R Sridhar was in conversation with R Ashwin after the Vizag Test in 2019 and also during the Nagpur Test in 2017, when Ashwin had become the fastest to take 300 Test wickets as India went on to beat Sri Lanka in the second Test by an innings and 239 runs. Sridhar ended the conversation on a funny note by thanking Ashwin and saying that he was looking forward to speaking with India's ace off-spinner on his 400th Test wicket.

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R Ashwin reveals how Rishabh Pant can score hundreds in every game
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1 day, 9 hours 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 …

The art of being Ashwin
3 days, 5 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’ …

Four specialist pacers - the missing weapon in India arsenal on away tours
3 days, 17 hours ago

Four specialist pacers - the missing weapon in India arsenal on away tours

The Hindu  

Jasprit Bumrah, sidelined by back spasms, watched from the bench as India struggled to defend a 162-run target in the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. In Dravid’s last away Test assignment to South Africa in 2023-24, India played Bumrah, Siraj, Prasidh, Shardul Thakur, and R. Ashwin in the first Test; Mukesh Kumar and Ravindra Jadeja replaced Shardul and …

Pragyan Ojha: Ashwin effectively harnessed his cricketing intelligence and relentless hunger for success
1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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 …

Wriddhiman Saha: What defines Ashwin is his openness to suggestions
1 week, 2 days ago

Wriddhiman Saha: What defines Ashwin is his openness to suggestions

The Hindu  

When I made my Test debut in February 2010, Harbhajan Singh was spearheading India’s spin department, along with Amit Mishra. Keeping up to ‘Ash’, as we fondly call Ashwin, boosted my confidence and helped me read spinners better. Batting in the lower middle order has its own challenges, but I am glad that Ashwin, Jaddu, and I could forge partnerships …

Ashwin might have got the time right, but the timing was all wrong
2 weeks, 3 days 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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2 weeks, 4 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 won a lot games for India on his own: Rangana Herath
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Who'll fill Ravichandran Ashwin's shoes? The problem-solver leaves Team India with one
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

No regrets about not captaining India, but would have enjoyed it: R Ashwin
2 weeks, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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, 5 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 …

These India cricketers, labelled modern-day legends, likely to end their careers having never played Tests vs Pakistan
2 weeks, 6 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, 6 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 …

Ravichandran Ashwin: The spinner who shattered status-quo
2 weeks, 6 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, 6 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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3 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks 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 …

Abhinav Mukund believes Ashwin contemplated retirement before final decision
3 weeks 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 …

R Ashwin was frustrated by being overlooked in overseas conditions: Aakash Chopra
3 weeks ago

R Ashwin was frustrated by being overlooked in overseas conditions: Aakash Chopra

India Today  

Former India cricketer turned commentator Aakash Chopra feels veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was frustrated with being consistently overlooked in overseas conditions. Aakash Chopra also shared his opinion on the matter and said that the veteran spinner may have been frustrated by being continuously overlooked in overseas conditions by the team management. Further speaking ahead, Chopra also mentioned that being …

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

Ravichandran Ashwin's overseas contributions are underrated: Cheteshwar Pujara
3 weeks ago

Ravichandran Ashwin's overseas contributions are underrated: Cheteshwar Pujara

India Today  

India batter Cheteshwar Pujara feels Ravichandran Ashwin’s overseas contributions are underrated. Recently, Pujara opened up on Ashwin’s overseas performances and mentioned how he always played a key role for the team in SENA countries. Ashwin retires as India's 2nd highest wicket taker in Tests “He’s evolved as a bowler, he’s got lot of variations in his bowling because he’s someone …

R Ashwin's wife pens heartfelt tribute to spinner: Share memes all day, bug our kids
3 weeks, 1 day 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 weeks, 1 day 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 weeks, 1 day 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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3 weeks, 1 day 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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3 weeks, 1 day 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 weeks, 1 day 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 weeks, 1 day 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 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Ravichandran Ashwin: Lesser-known records and milestones of the legendary Indian spinner
3 weeks, 1 day 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 weeks, 2 days 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 weeks, 2 days 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 weeks, 2 days 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 weeks, 2 days 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 weeks, 2 days 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 weeks, 2 days 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 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Ravi Shastri Recalls MS Dhoni’s Surprise Test Exit After R Ashwin Announces Retirement | WATCH
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ravi Shastri Recalls MS Dhoni’s Surprise Test Exit After R Ashwin Announces Retirement | WATCH

ABP News  

Ravichandran Ashwin surprised the cricket community as he announced his sudden retirement from international cricket on December 18. As Ashwin retired, former India coach Ravi Shastri compared the off-spinner’s unexpected retirement to MS Dhoni’s surprise retirement. Speaking on SEN Radio, Ravi Shastri recalled MS Dhoni’s abrupt Test retirement in 2014, revealing how Dhoni calmly announced his decision to the team …

R Ashwin's childhood coach surprised with retirement call: Could've played on
3 weeks, 2 days ago

R Ashwin's childhood coach surprised with retirement call: Could've played on

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India’s finest-ever red-ball spinners, left the cricketing world stunned by announcing his retirement from international cricket on December 18, following India’s draw in the Gabba Test against Australia. The abrupt decision also surprised Ashwin’s childhood coach, Sunil Subramanian, who believed the legendary spinner had the ability to represent India in the 2025-2027 World Test Championship cycle. …

R Ashwin, a student of the game and professor of spin, leaves an unmatched legacy
3 weeks, 2 days ago

R Ashwin, a student of the game and professor of spin, leaves an unmatched legacy

India Today  

Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement undoubtedly marks the end of an era. A World Cup winner, Ashwin's towering achievements in Test cricket often overshadowed his brilliance in white-ball cricket. Ashwin loves chess, and he brought the game's strategic intricacies to the cricket pitch, constantly outsmarting batters at the other end. While his presence in whites remained constant, Ashwin's reinvention ensured he remained …

DC Edit | Ashwin retires with a spin
3 weeks, 2 days ago

DC Edit | Ashwin retires with a spin

Deccan Chronicle  

Many eyebrows in Indian cricket circles were raised with the news coming in from Australia on Wednesday when Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from the game midway through the five-Test series. This one surely turned the other way.With 537 wickets from 106 Tests, Ashwin is India’s second-highest wicket-taker in the format, behind leg-spinner Anil Kumble. The Tamil Nadu player was …

Ashwin: Complete package, restless innovator
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ashwin: Complete package, restless innovator

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane: On their trips to India, visiting cricket teams can rest easy now. R Ashwin stymied them with changes of angle, pace, delivery stride and just about anything else you could think of to carve a spot for himself among the greatest to have played this game. Since November 6, 2011 — when Ashwin made his Test debut — India …

Ashwin punched above his weight since nothing came easy to him: WV Raman
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ashwin punched above his weight since nothing came easy to him: WV Raman

The Hindu  

If there is one person who knows R. Ashwin better than most, it is former India cricketer and women’s team coach W.V. The Tamil Nadu off-spinner made his First Class debut when Raman was at the State team’s helm and spoke about the latter’s role in his early years in domestic cricket. He had to work his backside off to …

From Starring In Champions Trophy Final To 500 Test Wickets: Ashwin's Biggest Moments
3 weeks, 2 days ago

From Starring In Champions Trophy Final To 500 Test Wickets: Ashwin's Biggest Moments

ABP News  

As R Ashwin brings curtains down on his illustrious career, he leaves behind a remarkable legacy. * Fastest bowler to 250, 300 and 500 Test Wickets Ashwin became the fastest cricketer to reach 250, 300 and 500 wickets in Test cricket. *Second Indian cricketer to 500 Test Wickets The off-spinner became the second Indian bowler after former skipper Anil Kumble …

Ashwin, match-winner & innovator for the ages
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ashwin, match-winner & innovator for the ages

Hindustan Times  

Few bowlers have had an impact on Indian cricket as deep and for as long, as Ravichandran Ashwin. India’s second-highest wicket-taker in Tests, with 537 scalps in 106 matches after Anil Kumble, announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, soon after India’s third Test against Australia in Brisbane ended in a draw. From the carrom ball to the doosra, …

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