Michael Vaughan Brutally Trolled for Panning Chepauk Pitch as Ashwin Wreaks Havoc With Bat
4 years, 1 month ago

Michael Vaughan Brutally Trolled for Panning Chepauk Pitch as Ashwin Wreaks Havoc With Bat

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Former English cricketer Michael Vaughan was among the many critics of the pitch laid down at the MA Chidambaram Stadium who voiced their opinion following the massive collapse of the visiting side England on the second day of the second Test against India. Michael Vaughan right now : pic.twitter.com/1JDKiRv5Yv — Pakchikpak Raja Babu February 15, 2021 Michael Vaughan : This pitch suits Indian spinner.Indian Spinner : 106 — Sourasis Roy February 15, 2021 Tim paine to Michael Vaughan after what Ashwin did to him… #INDvIND pic.twitter.com/HJuGiLzyvw— Rishabh Pant. February 15, 2021 Ashwin score a century on a turning track.Le Michael Vaughan pic.twitter.com/k0ttizVq7b— ABHISHEK KUMAR February 15, 2021 Michael Vaughan: This pitch is really worst for batting as per International Standard.Le Ashwin: pic.twitter.com/8tUtdSbGfr — i@mPritesh February 15, 2021 Ashwin and Mohammed Siraj showing Michael Vaughan how to bat on this pitch#INDvsENG pic.twitter.com/dXAghJbNxJ— Abhinav February 15, 2021 This ton is his reply to the folks like Michael Vaughan who have been running a smear campaign against his home pitch. Congratulations @ashwinravi99 #Ashwin #INDvsENG pic.twitter.com/zIqU3UKC7A— Sandeep Samal February 15, 2021 Ash Anna and Virat Kohli batting superbly on a #Pitch that is unplayable #INDvsENG #Ashwin Meanwhile Michael Vaughan right now: pic.twitter.com/7fn1kYpcT9— Ssrfan February 15, 2021 Michael Vaughan: This pitch is not suited for cricket. Ashwin Anna:- pic.twitter.com/00H9Z5Mj6x — 々Er.TANGENT々 February 15, 2021 Michael Vaughan:- This pitch is not suitable for cricketAshwin Anna who hits a century on that pitch:- pic.twitter.com/hSUMz2pMK6— Ankit Chauhan February 15, 2021 Meanwhile #RavichandranAshwin to Michael Vaughan & Tim Paine pic.twitter.com/3QNw9KDSvy— Anit Ghosh February 15, 2021 Vaughan, however, didn’t shy away from praising Ashwin for his performance with the bat.

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Balaji foresees Ashwin in an anchor role for Chennai Super Kings
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3 days, 9 hours ago

Balaji foresees Ashwin in an anchor role for Chennai Super Kings

The Hindu  

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

IND vs NZ: Can Mitchell Santner pull off a Pat Cummins to stun India in the final?
2 weeks, 1 day ago

IND vs NZ: Can Mitchell Santner pull off a Pat Cummins to stun India in the final?

India Today  

The Indian Cricket team is on the cusp of history as they’re just one step away from becoming the most successful team in the ICC Champions Trophy by winning three titles. Five years later, Santner bowled another miserly spell of 0/15 in the next edition of the T20 World Cup in 2021, which played a key role in handing India …

New Zealand would be better prepared: Wasim Jaffer cautions India before final
2 weeks, 2 days ago

New Zealand would be better prepared: Wasim Jaffer cautions India before final

India Today  

Former batter Wasim Jaffer stated that India may face a tough challenge in defeating New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai on Sunday. Although India won their Group A clash against the Black Caps by 44 runs and topped the points table, Jaffer believed that New Zealand would be better prepared, having already played in Dubai. Champions …

India's spin overload vindicated as team lays out Varun trap for Australia in semis
2 weeks, 5 days ago

India's spin overload vindicated as team lays out Varun trap for Australia in semis

India Today  

"I have been here long enough to know what kind of players are talented," said India captain Rohit Sharma ahead of the semi-final of the Champions Trophy. After receiving praise for playing Varun Chakravarthy in the final group-stage match against New Zealand, Rohit Sharma broke down India's decision to field four spinners, alongside Chakravarthy, who was fast-tracked into the ODI …

Manjrekar's unfiltered message to Gautam Gambhir, hints result not a priority vs NZ: 'If you don't win, so be it'
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3 weeks ago

Manjrekar's unfiltered message to Gautam Gambhir, hints result not a priority vs NZ: 'If you don't win, so be it'

Hindustan Times  

India, riding high on an unbeaten run in the Champions Trophy, will look to fine-tune their game against spin and may be inclined towards providing opportunities to their bench strength when they face New Zealand in their final group-stage clash on Sunday. Dubai: India’s captain Rohit Sharma, right, Ravindra Jadeja, left, and head coach Gautam Gambhir While a victory would …

'Take playing in subcontinent seriously': Shastri goes ruthless at England, Vaughan 'not surprised' with shock AFG loss
3 weeks, 3 days ago

'Take playing in subcontinent seriously': Shastri goes ruthless at England, Vaughan 'not surprised' with shock AFG loss

Hindustan Times  

Afghanistan delivered another seismic shock in world cricket, sending Jos Buttler's England crashing out of the 2025 Champions Trophy with a thrilling 8-run victory on Wednesday. Afghanistan players celebrate after winning the match their Group B match against England England, chasing 326 for survival, crumbled under pressure despite Joe Root’s valiant 120. Vaughan not pleased with England Former England captain …

England batters' woes against spin
1 month, 1 week ago

England batters' woes against spin

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Jos Buttler was forced to defend the integrity of the visitors after Kevin Pietersen and Ravi Shastri, while on air, alleged that England have had one net session during this entire trip. "That's not quite true," a downcast looking Buttler said after their 16th ODI defeat in 23 games since the start of the 50-over World Cup in October …

IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Gill leads the way with a sublime century as India routs England in the third ODI, sweeps series
1 month, 1 week ago

IND vs ENG, 3rd ODI: Gill leads the way with a sublime century as India routs England in the third ODI, sweeps series

The Hindu  

It’s not just about winning matches but also how you win them. On Wednesday at the Narendra Modi Stadium, India showed, yet again, how this was done with a masterful 142-run thrashing of England in the third and final ODI. If a settled batting unit led by the sublime Shubman Gill put on a mammoth 356, a rejigged bowling line-up …

IND vs ENG, 2nd ODI: India rides on Rohit Sharma’s breezy ton to seal series win
1 month, 1 week ago

IND vs ENG, 2nd ODI: India rides on Rohit Sharma’s breezy ton to seal series win

The Hindu  

Rohit Sharma shone brightly in the Silver City to end a prolonged lean patch with a magnificent hundred and guide the host to a convincing four-wicket win over England in the second ODI and seal the three-match series at the Barabati Stadium here on Sunday. While Rohit, who overcame an interruption due to a flood-light malfunction, literally played to the …

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit's Lean Run, Fit-Again Kohli In Focus As India Eye Series Win Over England

ABP News  

The barren run of skipper Rohit Sharma and the selection conundrum that a fit-again Virat Kohli’s return poses are the towering obstacles in India's quest for a series win against England in the second ODI here on Sunday. India had taken a 1-0 lead after their four-wicket win at Nagpur and there was good news for the fans as batting …

England lose again in India as mediocre batting proves costly
1 month, 2 weeks ago

England lose again in India as mediocre batting proves costly

The Independent  

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

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

Live Mint  

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

Varun Chakravarthy explains how Rajkot pitch helped England defend 171
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Varun Chakravarthy explains how Rajkot pitch helped England defend 171

India Today  

Varun Chakravarthy said that the lack of dew in the second innings of the Rajkot T20I helped England bowlers dominate the Indian batters. Chakravarthy said that the pitch got tougher to bat during India’s run-chase as it got slower. Chakravarthy also heaped praise on Rashid and hailed him as a ‘legend’ after the English spinner finished with figures of 4-0-15-1. …

Suryakumar Yadav needs to choose when to be aggressive: Michael Vaughan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Suryakumar Yadav needs to choose when to be aggressive: Michael Vaughan

India Today  

Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan has advised India’s T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav to adopt a more measured approach at the crease before shifting into aggressive mode. Vaughan believes Suryakumar's tendency to attack too early has backfired, contributing to his struggles in the ongoing T20I series against England, including India's 26-run defeat in the third T20I in Rajkot on January 28. …

Varun Chakravarthy rates Kolkata T20I heroics 7 out of 10: Still more work to do
2 months ago

Varun Chakravarthy rates Kolkata T20I heroics 7 out of 10: Still more work to do

India Today  

India spinner Varun Chakravarthy rated his match-winning heroics in the first T20I against England in Kolkata as a'seven out of 10' performance, adding that he has more work to do on his bowling. Chakravarthy dismantled England's batting order with the early wickets of Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, and Jos Buttler to return with impressive bowling figures of 3 for 23. …

The 10 Test cricketers with the most to prove in 2025: Four Englishmen who have it all to do before the Ashes, the India batter who's numbers are 'borderline criminal' and the Aussie who has been left
2 months, 1 week ago

The 10 Test cricketers with the most to prove in 2025: Four Englishmen who have it all to do before the Ashes, the India batter who's numbers are 'borderline criminal' and the Aussie who has been left

Daily Mail  

It’s going to be another big year for Test cricket, with the World Test Championship final at Lord’s, England hosting India for five games, and finally the Ashes. It’s hard to overstate just how badly England need Ben Stokes to be in a position to bowl Babar Azam recently made three fifties in South Africa - but needs to find …

Bizarre ‘7/10’ rating for under-fire Virat Kohli as Gilchrist, Vaughan rave about IND great after forgettable BGT
2 months, 1 week ago

Bizarre ‘7/10’ rating for under-fire Virat Kohli as Gilchrist, Vaughan rave about IND great after forgettable BGT

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli was in disappointing form in the recently-concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, registering only 190 runs in nine innings, at an average of 23.75. Virat Kohli has 81 international centuries, second only to Sachin Tendulkar’s 100 centuries Since India’s defeat in the final Test, many fans and former players have called for the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee to drop …

Archie Vaughan named England U19 captain to follow in father’s footsteps
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Archie Vaughan named England U19 captain to follow in father’s footsteps

The Independent  

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NZ vs SL: Theekshana’s hat-trick in vain as New Zealand crushes Sri Lanka by 113 runs in 2nd ODI to win series
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

NZ vs SL: Theekshana’s hat-trick in vain as New Zealand crushes Sri Lanka by 113 runs in 2nd ODI to win series

The Hindu  

New Zealand ripped through Sri Lanka’s top-order Wednesday to win the rain-reduced second ODI in Hamilton by 113 runs and clinch the series. Sri Lanka spinner Maheesh Theekshana took a hat-trick as the home side posted 255-9 off 37 overs but the tourists could only muster 142 all out off 30.2 overs in response. Kaminu Mendis top-scored with his ODI …

Ex-England skipper Vaughan backs shake-up 'to keep Test cricket relevant'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ex-England skipper Vaughan backs shake-up 'to keep Test cricket relevant'

Hindustan Times  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan threw his support on Tuesday behind a two-tier structure "to save" Test cricket with the ICC reportedly meeting this month to discuss the issue. Ex-England skipper Vaughan backs shake-up 'to keep Test cricket relevant' Vaughan joined former India coach Ravi Shastri in urging a shake-up which would include relegation and promotion to help ensure the …

Michael Vaughan feels Team India was "blown away" after Perth Test at BGT 2024-25
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Michael Vaughan feels Team India was "blown away" after Perth Test at BGT 2024-25

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan shared his insight on the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 between Australia and India, and said that 'Men in Blue' were "blown away" after their triumph at the Perth Test. Michael Vaughan feels Team India was "blown away" after Perth Test at BGT 2024-25 India, who began the series with a historic …

‘Jasprit Bumrah is the greatest ever bowler’: Vaughan raves about pacer, slams India players after SCG loss
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Jasprit Bumrah is the greatest ever bowler’: Vaughan raves about pacer, slams India players after SCG loss

Hindustan Times  

India crashed to another defeat, losing by six wickets to Australia on Day 3 of the fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match, in Sydney on Sunday. Without standby captain Jasprit Bumrah, the Indian bowling department failed to defend the target as the hosts cruised to 162/4, winning by six wickets. Michael Vaughan raves about Jasprit Bumrah Speaking after the …

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

IND vs AUS: Ricky Ponting rips apart ‘lazy’ Rohit Sharma, questions India captain’s ’commitment’ after cheap dismissal
2 months, 3 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: Ricky Ponting rips apart ‘lazy’ Rohit Sharma, questions India captain’s ’commitment’ after cheap dismissal

Live Mint  

Former Australian captain questioned Rohit Sharma's commitment after the Indian captain's woeful run with the bat continued on Friday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday on Day 2 of the fourth Test. After missing the first Test due to the birth of his second child, Rohit left his opening slot to KL Rahul, who has been in top form …

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

Virat Kohli involved in physical altercation with Sam Konstas; Ponting, Vaughan want ICC match referee to take action
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli involved in physical altercation with Sam Konstas; Ponting, Vaughan want ICC match referee to take action

Hindustan Times  

Debutant Sam Konstas rocked India in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne with his imaginative batting. His audacious way of charging down the track and then reverse-ramping the world's best bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, got India unsettled on Day 1 of the fourth Test match after Pat Cummins opted to bat. Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas bumped into each other on …

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 …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Tanush Kotian a backup if there’s need of two spinners at MCG or SCG, says Rohit Sharma
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Tanush Kotian a backup if there’s need of two spinners at MCG or SCG, says Rohit Sharma

The Hindu  

In a tiny press conference hall located in the basement of the massive Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rohit Sharma kept nodding his head. It’s not a thing which I should be discussing at every press-conference.” Stepping into the fourth Test with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1, the visiting captain said: “We played some really good cricket and we have …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

'Ashwin has taken retirement...': Cheteshwar Pujara's blunt assessment on India's 'weak' bowling
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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

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 …

'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 …

R Ashwin, a student of the game and professor of spin, leaves an unmatched legacy
3 months 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 months 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, match-winner & innovator for the ages
3 months 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, …

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement
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3 months ago

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement

The Independent  

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Ravichandran Ashwin tribute: India’s star off-spinning all-rounder retires
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin tribute: India’s star off-spinning all-rounder retires

The Hindu  

Spinning a web around perplexed batters, talking about cricket and doing YouTube videos on a variety of subjects, all come naturally to R. Ashwin. And when the third Test concluded and a rainy evening prevailed, Ashwin walked away with a slew of individual records while being the star of many Indian triumphs over a storied career. The former Indian captain’s …

Rohit on Ashwin retirement: Heard this when I came to Perth, but convinced him to stay till pink-ball Test
3 months ago

Rohit on Ashwin retirement: Heard this when I came to Perth, but convinced him to stay till pink-ball Test

The Hindu  

It was a Wednesday of speculations while the rains drenched the Gabba. Facing the media after Ashwin left the press-conference hall, the Indian skipper said: “Some decisions are very personal and I don’t think too many questions should be asked. He was very sure about what he wanted to do and the team completely backed his thought process.” Speaking about …

Ravichandran Ashwin makes special mention for 4 Indian teammates during retirement speech, says ’There’s a bit left…’
3 months ago

Ravichandran Ashwin makes special mention for 4 Indian teammates during retirement speech, says ’There’s a bit left…’

Live Mint  

Ravichandran Ashwin made a special mention for Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara during his retirement speech on Wednesday after the veteran off-spinner bid adieu to international cricket after an illustrious career that spanned for 14 years. Ashwin's retirement from international cricket came moments after India drew the third Test against Australia in the ongoing Border Gavaskar …

Ashwin announces retirement from international cricket
3 months ago

Ashwin announces retirement from international cricket

The Hindu  

Indian off-spinner R Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, following the conclusion of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against Australia in Brisbane. A member of India’s victorious squad in the 2011 World Cup, Ashwin had limited opportunities during the tournament, playing second fiddle to Harbhajan Singh. However, he made his mark in the 2015 World Cup, taking …

Why 'all format star' R Ashwin should not just be remembered for his Test heroics
3 months ago

Why 'all format star' R Ashwin should not just be remembered for his Test heroics

India Today  

When Ravichandran Ashwin first broke into the Indian Test team in 2011, he faced considerable criticism. The Champions Trophy 2013 Final In the rain-marred final of the 2013 Champions Trophy, Ravichandran Ashwin showcased nerves of steel and a wizardry with the ball that scipted his name into Indian cricket folklore. Ashwin’s brilliant 2/15 was more than just figures; it was …

R Ashwin's retirement shocks Brad Haddin, Brett Lee: Might have been frustrated
3 months ago

R Ashwin's retirement shocks Brad Haddin, Brett Lee: Might have been frustrated

India Today  

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's shock retirement baffled former Australian cricketers Brad Haddin and Brett Lee. Haddin, while speaking to Fox Cricket said that Ashwin might have been frustrated given India used three spinners in the first three Test matches of the series, out of which he only played one in Adelaide. “More will come out when Ashwin has his opportunity …

R Ashwin retires: What pushed India's best red-ball spinner to call it quits
3 months ago

R Ashwin retires: What pushed India's best red-ball spinner to call it quits

India Today  

Could we say this retirement was expected, or is it a surprise? But truth be told, at this moment, in a country of 1.4 billion people, Ashwin remains unquestionably the best red-ball spinner -- head and shoulders above the rest. The reality is that even if Ashwin were a youngster competing against the other spinners in the country-some of whom …

Ashwin retires: What forced spinner to make shock call midway through Australia tour
3 months ago

Ashwin retires: What forced spinner to make shock call midway through Australia tour

India Today  

R Ashwin made the bold call to retire from international cricket mid-way through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia on Wednesday, December 18. Having played 106 Tests and picked up 537 wickets and scoring 3503 runs with 6 centuries and 14 fifties, Ashwin was one of the best Test cricketers of his generation. In stats: R Ashwin's glorious Test numbers | …

Rohit Sharma's captaincy exposed again; Shastri, Vaughan baffled after Kohli placement: 'That can cost you big time'
3 months, 1 week ago

Rohit Sharma's captaincy exposed again; Shastri, Vaughan baffled after Kohli placement: 'That can cost you big time'

Hindustan Times  

Rohit Sharma's captaincy, once again, came under the microscope on Sunday after the Indian team looked seemingly clueless in containing Travis Head, who smashed a second consecutive century and third against India in the last four Tests, as Australia scored 445 runs in the first innings of the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. India's Virat Kohli and Rohit …

Cricket-England dismissed with a 204-run deficit after NZ make 347 in Hamilton
3 months, 1 week ago

Cricket-England dismissed with a 204-run deficit after NZ make 347 in Hamilton

Hindustan Times  

-Will O'Rourke and Matt Henry tore the heart out of the England batting order and spinner Mitchell Santner chipped in to help mop up the tail as New Zealand dismissed England for 143 at tea on the second day of the third test in Hamilton on Sunday. Cricket-England dismissed with a 204-run deficit after NZ make 347 in Hamilton England, …

Brisbane Test: Revolving door for Indian spinners
3 months, 1 week ago

Brisbane Test: Revolving door for Indian spinners

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane: There wasn’t much cricket played on Day 1 of the third Test at the Gabba, but the toss was enough to have many wondering about India’s overseas spin policy, or if they indeed have one. As things stand, Washington Sundar played in the first Test, R Ashwin in the second and now, India have picked Ravindra Jadeja for the …

Cheteshwar Pujara predicts R Ashwin snub for 3rd BGT Test, makes passionate case for young IND star to play at the Gabba
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3 months, 1 week ago

Cheteshwar Pujara predicts R Ashwin snub for 3rd BGT Test, makes passionate case for young IND star to play at the Gabba

Hindustan Times  

Cheteshwar Pujara has said that India should give Harshit Rana another chance and said that the change they could make ahead of the 3rd Test against Australia at the Gabba could be to bring back Washington Sundar in place of Ravichandran Ashwin. India's batting fell flat in the second Test at Adelaide which they lost by 10 wickets while the …

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