Kapil Dev on Ravichandran Ashwin Retirement: World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev is also surprised by Ravichandran Ashwin’s sudden decision to retire from international cricket and he believes that the star off-spinner deserved a proper farewell, especially on home soil. Ashwin surprised the cricket world by announcing his retirement from international cricket after the third Test match played between India and Australia in Brisbane. Kapil believes that it seems that Ashwin was unhappy about something.
Kapil said in a statement issued to PTI, “I was surprised at how one of India’s greatest cricketers decided to leave the game. The fans are disappointed but I also saw a look of disappointment on his face. He looked disappointed. It was sad and he deserved a better farewell than this.”
Ashwin decided to retire in the middle of an important series and Kapil wants to know the reasons behind it. He said, “He could have waited and announced his retirement on Indian soil but I don’t know why he did it now. I want to hear his side as well. He deserves that respect. He has served the country Has played 106 Test matches. I don’t think anyone can match his invaluable contribution to Indian cricket.”
Kapil expressed hope that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will make proper arrangements for Ashwin’s grand farewell. He said, “I have full confidence that the BCCI will make proper arrangements for a grand farewell for this match-winner of the Indian team.”
Kapil said that Ashwin was a veteran, versatile and unconventional bowler, who constantly troubled the batsmen with his change of pace and clever line and length. He said, “He was always ready to experiment and this was what set him apart from others. In a game where batsmen get more praise, Ashwin carved a niche for himself.”
The former Indian captain said, “Ashwin was a courageous bowler. He could bowl at any time in the match. Do you find bowlers who are very good strategists and adapt to situations quickly? He is the captain’s favorite bowler. Was.”
Kapil said, “He was the player who won the most Man of the Series awards from India. He was a player who never gave up.” He said, “He was a rare spinner who could bowl with the new ball like Anil Kumble. Thank God I did not have to play with him. I would have lost my place because of Ashwin.”
