2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne: The Australian cricket legend who redefined spin bowling

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Australian cricket legend Shane Warne has died of a suspected heart attack at the age of 52. Warne’s Test debut for Australia came on 2 January 1992, and he represented the national team for 15 years, retiring from international Test cricket on 2 January 2007 – exactly 15 years after his debut. Warne took 708 wickets in 145 Test matches throughout his career – more than any other player with the exception of Muttiah Muralitharan – and claimed five-wicket hauls in a single innings on 37 occasions. Warne had been sent home a day before 2003 cricket World Cup began, having tested positive for a banned diuretic during a one-day series in Australia.

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1 week ago

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's modern-day spin wizard, announces retirement from international cricket

India TV News

Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket. India's off-spinner played only a solitary Test in the ongoing Australia tour and finished with 537 wickets to his name. He played 107 Test matches for India picking a plethora of wickets at an average of 24 picking up a massive 37 five-wicket hauls and eight 10-wicket match hauls. The last …

3 weeks ago

OTD: Muttiah Muralitharan breaks Shane Warne's record for most Test wickets

Hindustan Times

On this day in 2007, Sri Lanka's spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan reclaimed the record for the most Test wickets. Playing at his home ground, Asgiriya Stadium in Kandy, Muralitharan dismissed England’s Paul Collingwood to claim his 709th Test wicket, surpassing Australian legend Shane Warne. A historic moment The milestone came during the first Test of England’s tour of Sri Lanka. …

4 months ago

ENG vs SL 1st Test: Prabath Jayasuriya sparks Warne’s ‘Ball of the Century’ memories with Harry Brook dismissal

The Hindu

On the Old Trafford ground where Shane Warne bowled the ‘Ball of the Century’ in 1993, Sri Lanka spinner Prabath Jayasuriya made a bid for the modern-day equivalent by dismissing England’s Harry Brook in stunning style on Thursday. Brook had been in fine touch while making an unbeaten fifty to take England to 176 for four at Tea on the …

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These are the top five wicket-taking bowlers in Test cricket

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Legendary fast-bowler James Anderson's international career comes to an end after the first test against West Indies that ended with a victory on Friday. The right-arm fast bowler is one of the leading wicket-takers in world cricket, 'Jimmie' as he is popularly known is the top wicket taking 'pacer' in Test cricket. Top Five Wicket takers in test cricket: …

7 months, 1 week ago

Legendary English pacer James Anderson to retire after home summer

The Hindu

Legendary James Anderson is set for his final appearance in Test cricket as the upcoming home season for England will be the last for cricket’s most successful fast bowler, a report in U.K. media said. Having become the first fast bowler ever to take 700 wickets in Test cricket during England’s tour of India earlier this year, legendary Australian spinner …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Even Shane Warne struggled bowling leg-spin in India, but Rehan Ahmed is delivering for England

The Telegraph

India was the land that reduced even Shane Warne, the greatest leg-spinner of all time, to despair. Subhash Gupte is the sole classical leg-spinner to have taken 100 Test wickets for India; Anil Kumble and Bhagwath Chandrasekhar, bowling much faster, belong in a category of their own. After a modest 2-138 from 30 overs in Hyderabad, Ahmed’s retention in Vizag …

1 year ago

Shane Warne's family speak out about cricket star's legacy ahead of Boxing Day test

Daily Mail

Shane Warne's family have teamed up with Cricket Australia to celebrate the late legend, and help raise awareness of heart health. On Tuesday, his father Keith, and brother Jason, appeared on Channel Seven's Sunrise to announce they've set up 23 heart testing stations around the MCG ahead of the Boxing Day test. Shane Warne's family have teamed up with Cricket …

1 year, 5 months ago

Shane Warne was ‘such a huge influence’ for Isa Guha in commentary box

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1 year, 9 months ago

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Nathan Lyon shatters Shane Warne's unique record as Aussie star shines in Indore

India TV News

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Australia's spin wizard Nathan Lyon achieved a major feat in the third test match of the ongoing Border Gavaskar series against India. Lyon first levelled Warne's record of 127 wickets in Asia when he took his first wicket in the match. Ravindra Jadeja landed the first blow by dismissing Travis Head, but even after that …

1 year, 11 months ago

Cricket Australia names Men’s Test Player of the Year award after Shane Warne

The Hindu

Cricket Australia, the governing body of Australian cricket, renamed the Men’s Test Player of the Year award after legendary leg-spinner Shane Warne on Monday, as tribute poured in for the late cricketer at the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Shane Warne Men’s Test Player of the Year award will be presented annually. “As one of Australia’s …

1 year, 11 months ago

Cricket Australia renames top men's Test award to honour Shane Warne in special way

India TV News

During the pre-match ceremony of Australia vs South Africa, legendary player Shane Warne was honoured with both teams wearing white floppy hats when walking out for the national anthems. To honour Warne in a special way, Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers' Association renamed the country's Test Player of the Year Award as the Shane Warne Men's Test Player of …

2 years ago

Players to wear floppy hats in Warne tribute at MCG Test

The Hindu

Australia and South Africa players will don floppy hats during the national anthems for the ‘Boxing Day’ Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in tribute to late spin bowling great Shane Warne. The second test of the series will be the first at Warne’s home ground since the Australian died aged 52 in Thailand in March. Cricket Australia said day …

2 years, 3 months ago

'Gone too soon…’: Sachin Tendulkar shares emotional message for Shane Warne on his birth anniversary

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Shane Warne died on the island of Koh Samui in Thailand after suffering a suspected heart attack on 4th March. Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared an emotional message on spin legend Shane Warne’s birth anniversary. pic.twitter.com/0a2xqtccNg — Sachin Tendulkar September 13, 2022 Also, former India cricketer and Tendulkar’s teammate in the India Legends team at the ongoing Road Safety World …

2 years, 3 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh pen down note on Shane Warne's birth anniversary

India TV News

Highlights Sachin and Yuvraj shared heartfelt message on Twitter. Shane Warne's Twitter account also shared a post on the occasion. Former cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh on Tuesday penned a heartfelt note on Social Media and remembered the former Australian legend on his birth anniversary. 13th September 2022 marks the 53rd birth anniversary of Warne, who died in March …

2 years, 3 months ago

Pat Cash on friend Shane Warne: I go on YouTube and just watch ‘Shane Warne best balls’

The Hindu

Pat Cash, the 1987 Wimbledon champion, spoke about his friendship with the legendary leg-spinner and fellow Australian Shane Warne on Saturday. He didn’t have much control because he didn’t play much, but boy could he hit it hard and of course, had a great serve as you can imagine from the way that he bowled, “ said the former world …

2 years, 4 months ago

Shane Warne 'had multiple lovers' at the time of his shock death

Daily Mail

A close friend of Shane Warne's has claimed the late Australian cricketer wasn't a one-woman man at the time of his death. Radio host Kyle Sandilands said there 'were quite a few women who were in a secret relationship with Shane' when he died in Thailand on March 4 at the age of 52. A close friend of Shane Warne's …

2 years, 4 months ago

On this day in 2005: Shane Warne becomes first bowler to collect 600 Test wickets

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Warne is still the second-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket and is behind Sri Lanka ace spinner Muttiah Muralitharan who ended his career with 800 Test wickets. With this wicket, Warne became the first bowler in Test history to breach 600 Test wickets. Bowlin’ Shane 👏 On this day in 2005, @ShaneWarne made history at Old Trafford, becoming the first player …

2 years, 5 months ago

'Wonderful player and tough competitor': Arjuna Ranatunga pays tribute to late Shane Warne ahead of Galle Test

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Sri Lanka paid tribute to the late Shane Warne, who died aged 52 of a suspected heart attack in March, ahead of the first Test against Australia in Galle. Former Sri Lanka captain Arjuna Ranatunga on Wednesday paid tribute to Australian great Shane Warne, saying the spinner found a place in the hearts of the island nation’s fans for coming …

2 years, 5 months ago

McGrath: Warne was a normal bloke who lived an extraordinary life

The Hindu

Australian fast bowling great Glenn McGrath on Tuesday described former teammate and late leg-spinner Shane Warne as the ultimate competitor. It has been tough,” McGrath said during a panel discussion titled - Role of High Performance Centres in Achieving Excellence in Sports at Sportstar’s South Sports Conclave in Chennai. Off the field, he loved poker as well because it was …

2 years, 6 months ago

Fans get furious on broadcasters for showing Shane Warne's advertisement during match

India TV News

Cricket fans lost calm and got extremely furious with the broadcasters for showing Shane Warne's The world got shaken to know the sudden demise of Warne in March. In his 194 ODI matches played by him, Warne took 293 wickets with his leg spin. After his retirement, Warne led Rajasthan Royals to victory in the inaugural season of IPL. Earlier …

2 years, 6 months ago

'I'll be in commentary box. I don't care how you bowl...': Kuldeep reveals Warne's unique pep talk before Sydney Test

Hindustan Times

Indian chinaman spinner Kuldeep Yadav enjoyed a brilliant outing in the 2022 Indian Premier League. Shane Warne with Kuldeep Yadav Kuldeep had once been an integral part of Team India across all the three formats, and had been key to the side's incredible Test series victory against Australia Down Under in 2018/19. Kuldeep did play only one game – the …

2 years, 8 months ago

Watch: Family, Cricket Stars, Singers Pay Tribute to Shane Warne at MCG Memorial

The Quint

During the service of the late spinner, his father, brother and three children gave moving speeches in front of thousands of people in attendance at the MCG, where Warne produced some of his milestone moments - including taking his 700th wicket in test cricket in 2006. Warne's father Keith said the former Australia international packed more into his life "than …

2 years, 8 months ago

Celebrities pay tribute to cricketer Shane Warne at service

The Independent

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2 years, 8 months ago

Shane Warne’s children deliver moving tributes at state funeral for cricket legend

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2 years, 8 months ago

Shane Warne remembered as ‘much-loved cricketing legend’ at moving state funeral

The Independent

2 years, 8 months ago

Shane Warne - There never will be another like him

The Hindu

How many spectators go to a stadium to watch a bowler? They would make it a point to have one meal together during the course of a tournament and Warne was the one who would look forward to a dinner at the earliest occasion. Warne never shied from confessing that Tendulkar gave him “nightmares.” As far as Tendulkar was concerned, …

2 years, 8 months ago

Shane Warne funeral: Sir Elton John, Robbie Williams and Brian Lara lead tributes at state memorial service

The Telegraph

Legends of the game from other nations were also in attendance, with Brian Lara and Nasser Hussain among the attendees. "Shane, for me, was the greatest cricketer that's ever played the game," former England captain Nasser Hussain said on Sky Sports. Just before the memorial service got under way, Warne's former team-mate Adam Gilchrist said on Sky: "The sense of …

2 years, 8 months ago

Warne will continue to live in our hearts - Tendulkar

The Hindu

Sachin Tendulkar has paid rich tribute to the late Shane Warne, calling him a “fierce competitor” for whom he always had to prepare differently to face up to him on the cricket pitch. So even if you're facing the second last over of the day, one had to keep their eyes open, because he was always up to something and …

2 years, 8 months ago

Thousands to commemorate Warne, cricket's 'box office' star

The Independent

2 years, 8 months ago

Thousands to commemorate Warne, cricket’s ‘box office’ star

Associated Press

BRISBANE, Australia — Shane Warne mixed with Mick Jagger and Elton John, bowled to Ed Sheeran in the practice nets at the spiritual home of cricket, and for a while was engaged to be married to Liz Hurley. On Wednesday, it will be one of the tributes, along with others from Elton John, Robbie Williams and Sheeran, played at a …

2 years, 8 months ago

Australia to say farewell to Shane Warne

The Hindu

More than three weeks after Shane Warne's death at a Thailand villa, his statue at the Melbourne Cricket Ground remains decorated with flowers, cigarettes and beer cans left by fans mourning the loss of one of cricket's most authentic characters. READ | "He made mistakes and had a few hiccups but he was genuine about stuff," said Bill Patterson of …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne's family and friends say goodbye at private funeral

The Hindu

Shane Warne’s family and friends have attended a private funeral in his hometown of Melbourne to pay their final respects to the cricketing legend. Warne’s three children, parents and friends including retired Test captains Mark Taylor and Allan Border and former England skipper Michael Vaughan, were among about 80 guests at the service on Sunday. An autopsy report said the …

2 years, 9 months ago

Late Shane Warne farewelled in private funeral

The Hindu

Family, sportspeople and entertainers bid farewell to Australian cricketing legend Shane Warne at a private funeral held at his hometown in Melbourne on Sunday. About 80 people attended the service including retired Australian Test captains Mark Taylor, Allan Border and Michael Clarke, while former England skipper Michael Vaughan was also present. Warne's long-time teammates Mark Waugh and Ian Healy were …

2 years, 9 months ago

Pakistan vs Australia: Sharing stories of Shane Warne has invigorated players, says Pat Cummins

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Australia captain said the team is ‘still in disbelief’ over cricket legend Shane Warne’s death but sharing various stories of Warnie has helped players get by. Karachi: Australia captain Pat Cummins has said the team is “still in disbelief” over cricket legend Shane Warne’s death but sharing various stories of Warnie has helped players get by. The Australian captain added …

2 years, 9 months ago

David Warner pledges to attend idol Shane Warne's funeral

The Hindu

Australian opener David Warner plans to attend the state funeral of his childhood idol Shane Warne later this month, but he says it will take time to get used to the legendary bowler's passing. "It still hasn't really sunk in," said Warner ahead of the second Test starting in Karachi from Saturday. Warner said he will head home after the …

2 years, 9 months ago

'It's a text message I'll never delete': Gilchrist reveals details of 'last contact' with Warne 8 hours before his death

Hindustan Times

As the world of cricket and entire Australia continue to grieve at the loss of one of the beloved individuals Shane Warne, former Australia wicketkeeper batter Adam Gilchrist has revealed that he had last contacted his former teammate barely eight hours before his untimely passing. Australia lost two of its greatest cricketing heroes in Rodney Marsh and Warne within 24 …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne’s body begins final journey home to Australia

The Hindu

The body of Australian cricket great Shane Warne has started its final journey home. Local media said a private jet was expected to fly Warne's body back to his home town of Melbourne, Australia. The Victoria State government is planning to host a State memorial service for Warne on March 30 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, home to many of …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne state funeral set for March 30 at Melbourne Cricket Ground

Firstpost

Warne died at the age of 52 on the Thai holiday island of Koh Samui on Friday. Australian cricket superstar Shane Warne will be honoured with a state funeral at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on the evening of March 30, the Victorian state government said Wednesday. A state funeral for the legendary leg-spinner will be held at the Melbourne Cricket …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne's State Memorial to be Held at MCG on 30 March

The Quint

"There's nowhere in the world more appropriate to farewell Warnie than the 'G'. Victorians will be able to pay tribute to Shane and his contribution our state, and his sport, at a memorial service at the MCG on the evening of March 30th," said Andrews in a tweet. Notably, the MCG was the stage of the legspinner's famous Ashes hat-trick …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne public farewell at MCG on March 30

The Hindu

Home to many of famed Australian spin bowler Shane Warne's greatest sports moments, the Melbourne Cricket Ground will host his public farewell on March 30. Victoria state Premier Daniel Andrews on Wednesday confirmed the MCG as the venue for a state memorial service to honor Warne, who died of a suspected heart attack last week in Thailand. The MCG was …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne: Six books you must read to learn more about Australia cricket legend

Firstpost

Shane Warne, who died on March 4, 2022, was one of the greatest cricketers and cricket commentators to have come out of Australia. Tendulkar writes, “…the fact that he had talent was obvious from the very first day he took to the field in January 1992.” He remembers Warne’s debut as “a plump Australian leg spinner with a mop of …

2 years, 9 months ago

Warne was an illusionist first and leg-spinner second, says Greg Chappell

The Hindu

Former Australia captain Greg Chappell on Monday paid glowing tributes to Shane Warne, describing the spin legend as an illusionist first and then a spinner, who mesmerised the world with his craft and took it to an altogether different level. "When I think of Shane Warne, I think of the words of American naturalist, poet and writer Henry David Thoreau, …

2 years, 9 months ago

Autopsy reveals Australia cricket legend Shane Warne died of natural causes, says Thailand police

Firstpost

The legendary Australian leg-spinner died on the Thai holiday island of Koh Samui on Friday after being found unresponsive at a luxury villa. Cricket superstar Shane Warne died of natural causes, Thai police said on Monday, as his family lamented a “tragedy we will never come to terms with”. “Investigators received an autopsy report today in which a forensic doctor …

2 years, 9 months ago

Ricky Ponting vows to ensure cricket legacy of ‘teacher’ Shane Warne continues

The Independent

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne's State Funeral Service to be Held at MCG; 100,000 Likely to Attend

The Quint

A report in the Herald Sun said that plans were being finalised for a public memorial "due to be held later this month". The report added that Warne's state funeral could clash with the start of the AFL season, but adjustments will be made "to ensure the cricket great is honoured". The report added that fans had been flocking the …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne's friend reveals final hours before cricketer's death

The Hindu

Shane Warne offered gifts of his old cricket clothing and ate the traditional Australian snack of Vegemite on toast in the final hours before his death on Friday, an associate of the cricketing great said. Hall, chief executive of The Sporting News website, said there were "no unusual circumstances" surrounding Warne's death on Friday after the former spin bowler caught …

2 years, 9 months ago

Why Shane Warne was an iconic player

Hindustan Times

The death of Australian spin legend Shane Warne aged 52 on Friday has left the sporting world in shock, cricket mourning arguably the greatest bowler the game has seen and his sports crazy nation, a player compared to Don Bradman. Warne’s 708 wickets — only Sri Lankan spin great Muttiah Muralitharan with 800 has more — in 145 Tests places …

2 years, 9 months ago

Amul pays wonderful tribute to 'King of Spin' Shane Warne with doodle. Viral post

India Today

Legendary Australian cricketer Shane Warne passed away from a heart attack on Friday, March 4. The devastating news shocked Warne’s fans all over the world and within seconds social media platforms started buzzing with heartfelt tributes to the iconic cricketer. Shane Warne died of a heart attack despite the repeated attempts of four friends who battled to save his life …

2 years, 9 months ago

Warne was a cricketing genius with working-class desperation to win: Ian Healy

The Hindu

For Shane Warne's former teammate and close friend Ian Healy, the last couple of days have been unbelievable. "It wasn’t the most viciously swinging and spinning delivery he had bowled on the previous short tour of New Zealand just prior," Healy says. "Those games followed a pattern of their top order starting quite well against the new ball, and then …

2 years, 9 months ago

Shane Warne death: Elizabeth Hurley pays tribute to Australian cricket legend and ex-fiance

The Independent

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Ravindra Jadeja explains how missing the first two BGT Tests helped him in Gabba

India Today

India’s spin-bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja credited his improved performance in the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy to the time he spent out of the squad during the first two matches. AUS vs IND 3rd Test Day 5: Highlights | Scorecard "The first two Tests I didn’t play, but it gave me an opportunity to practice and get used to …

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

India TV News

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

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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IND vs AUS: Australia Drop Nathan McSweeney, Call Up 19-Year-Old Sam Konstas For Boxing Day Test In Melbourne

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IND vs AUS: Australia have dropped opener Nathan McSweeney and replaced him with 19-year-old Sam Konstas in their 15-man squad for the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, scheduled to start from December 26. McSweeney's exclusion is surprising, as although he didn't score big runs, the right-handed batter displayed encouraging signs in patches during the …

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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, …

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Who is Sam Konstas? 19-year-old Australian opener set for Boxing Day Test debut

India Today

Australia are set to hand teenage opener Sam Konstas his Test debut in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. McSweeney, who struggled against the Jasprit Bumrah-led pace attack, scored only 72 runs across six innings—the lowest tally for an Australian Test opener in their first six knocks since 1974. 'LIKE CLARKE, WARNER AND SMITH' With 736 runs …

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

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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 …

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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 …

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Ashwin deserved a fitting farewell: Kapil Dev

The Hindu

Unable to comprehend R Ashwin’s sudden decision to retire from international cricket, a shocked World Cup-winning skipper Kapil Dev says the premier off-spinner deserved a fitting farewell, ideally on home soil. He deserved much better, a fitting farewell,” Kapil said in a statement to PTI. I don’t think anyone can match his humongous contribution to Indian cricket.” Kapil hoped that …

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Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement was ‘shocking’ but ‘expected’; father says ‘humiliation’ was going on’

Live Mint

In a shocking revelation, R Ashwin's father, Ravichandran, alleged the humiliation in the Indian dressing room may have contributed the 38-year-old calling time on his international career abruptly in the middle of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Ashwin took everyone by surprise when the ace-spinner announced his retirement on Wednesday, soon after India played a draw against Australia in …

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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 …

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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 …

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Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement: Is India cricket team’s snub in Australia behind his decision?

Live Mint

Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement from international cricket has left fans and experts pondering over the reasons behind this unexpected move. Ashwin reportedly expressed his feelings to Indian captain Rohit Sharma, stating that, if he was not required for the ongoing series, he would prefer to step away from the game, PTI reported. With India’s next Test series in England scheduled for …

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

Hindustan Times

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

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Finch drops cheeky ‘Mankad’ reminder in farewell message to R Ashwin: ‘Thanks for not running me out’

Hindustan Times

Former Australia captain Aaron Finch shared a cheeky farewell message for spin great Ravichandran Ashwin after his retirement from international cricket. Finch and Ashwin shared the same dressing room at Punjab Kings in 2018 and the farewell message from the Aussies clearly stated that they shared good camaraderie. Ashwin caught Finch out of the crease at the non-striker end and …

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Wouldn't have let R Ashwin retire like this, he deserves respect: Kapil Dev

India Today

Former India skipper Kapil Dev was not happy that the star off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin retired from international cricket without getting a proper farewell. Ashwin finishes his career with 537 wickets in 106 Test matches, placing him seventh on the all-time wicket-takers list, behind Anil Kumble's tally of 619 for India. Ashwin has also claimed ten or more wickets in a …

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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. …

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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 …

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

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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 …

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From James Anderson to R Ashwin: Legends who retired in 2024

India Today

India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin called time on his illustrious international career on Wednesday, 18 December. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja India legends Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja retired from the T20I format of the game after winning the T20 World Cup 2024. Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage Neil Wagner A true workhorse and one of the most fiercest …

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

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

The Independent

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From starring in Champions Trophy final to 500 Test wickets: Ashwin's biggest moments

Hindustan Times

Brisbane, 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 …

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Year Ender 2024: Team India's Rising Stars Who Debuted In 2024

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Cricketers who debuted for India in 2024: As 2024 comes to a close, it has been a year of mixed fortunes for the Indian cricket team. While the T20 format brought immense joy to die-hard Indian cricket team fanbase with Rohit Sharma & Co. securing a historic T20 World Cup win in West Indies, Test cricket witnessed underwhelming performances, even …

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Ravichandran Ashwin retirement: Best performances across career - From 1 not out vs Pakistan to Sydney heroics in 2021

Live Mint

Ravichandran Ashwin drew curtains on his long 14-year international career on Wednesday, after India's drawn Test match against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. From his two wickets against Australia in the 2011 ODI World Cup quarterfinal to his heroics in the Champions Trophy final a year later in England, Ravichandran Ashwin's list of memorable performances is long. 2/52 against …

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Ashwin joins Dhoni and Kumble, triggers a sense of deja vu

Hindustan Times

Brisbane, A heavy sense of deja vu accompanied R Ashwin's retirement from international cricket as it reminded the cricket fraternity of the days when MS Dhoni and Anil Kumble, just like the wily off-spinner, exited the scene abruptly in the middle of a series against Australia. Ashwin joins Dhoni and Kumble, triggers a sense of deja vu Dhoni retired from …

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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 …

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Did Ashwin's surprise retirement stem from Perth Test exclusion?

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Did Ashwin's surprise retirement stem from Perth Test exclusion?

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: "If I am not needed right now in the series, I am better off saying goodbye to the game," R Ashwin told India skipper Rohit Sharma before his surprise international retirement, refusing to let anyone else write his script after 14 years of service to the game. India played Washington Sundar ahead of Ashwin in Perth before the …

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Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, : The cricketing fraternity took to social media to praise 38-year-old off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin following his announcement of retirement from Test cricket after the conclusion of the Brisbane Test at the Gabba on Wednesday. Cricket fraternity lauds Ravichandran Ashwin's illustrious Test career following his retirement India's celebrated off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin revealed his decision to retire from international cricket …

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