Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin: Indian team’s star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket. He has taken this decision in the middle of the series between India and Australia. Ashwin was a part of the Indian playing eleven in the second Test of this series, where he last took the field for Team India. As soon as he retired, many veteran cricketers wished him all the best for his future.
Virat Kohli said a heart touching thing
For Ravichandran Ashwin, Virat Kohli has written in his tweet that I have played with you for 14 years and when you told me that you are retiring today, it made me a little emotional and all those years of playing together. Memories came before me. I have enjoyed every moment of the journey with you, your skill and match-winning contribution to Indian cricket is second to none and you will always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket. Best wishes to you in your life ahead. Lots of love to you and your loved ones. Thanks for everything friend.
Ashwin was persuaded for pink ball test: Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma said about Ashwin in the press conference that when I came to Perth, I heard about Ashwin’s retirement, I convinced him to stay for the pink ball test. Some decisions are very personal and I don’t think too many questions should be asked or raised. If a player has chosen an option, he must be given that option. Respecting Ashwin’s decision We have to respect it as teammates.
Yuvraj wished all the best for the future
Yuvraj Singh tweeted for Ashwin and wrote that you played very well Ashwin, congratulations for a wonderful journey. From weaving the web around the best players in the world to standing strong in difficult situations, you have been an asset to the team. Welcome to the other side.
Former Indian team spinner and former coach Anil Kumble tweeted for Ashwin and wrote that your journey has not been short. With over 700 international wickets and a sharp cricket mind, you are one of the best players to grace the field. Congratulations on a wonderful career and best wishes for a bright future off the field as well.
Ajinkya Rahane wrote for Ashwin that congratulations Ashwin for a great journey. There was never a dull moment standing at the slips while you bowled, all the best for your next chapter.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah tweeted and wrote that one of the greatest winners of BCCI. A ball magician and a great thinker of the game. Ashwin, your international career is worth being proud of. Best wishes to you for the future.
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