End Of A Glorious Journey: R Ashwin Retires From International Cricket Mid-Tour

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By Unnati Madan
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Indian spinner R Ashwin has retired from international cricket. He announced his decision after the third Test against Australia in Brisbane, which ended in a draw, during a press conference with captain Rohit Sharma.

R Ashwin played in the second Test of the series in Adelaide but was replaced by Ravindra Jadeja for the Brisbane match. Ashwin retires as India’s second-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket, with 537 wickets in 106 matches, just behind Anil Kumble, who has 619 wickets.

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End Of A Glorious Journey: R Ashwin Retires From International Cricket Mid-Tour

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Emotional Moment Between Virat Kohli And R Ashwin

Rumors about Ashwin’s retirement started when he was seen hugging former captain Virat Kohli in the dressing room at the Gabba during a rain break on Wednesday. Their intense conversation sparked speculation on social media.

Ashwin Thanks Teammates, Coaches, and BCCI

R Ashwin quickly put an end to the rumors by announcing his retirement right after the third Test ended in a draw. He said:

“This will be my last day as an Indian cricket in all formats of the game at the international level. I do feel there is a bit of punch left in me in a cricketer. I would like to showcase that in club-level cricket. So this will be my last day. I have had a lot of fun. I must say I’ve created a lot of memories alongside Rohitt and several of my teammates,” Ashwin said at the press conference.

He added: “Obviously, there are a lot of people to thank. But, I would be failing in my duty if I didn’t thank the BCCI and the rest of my teammates. I want to name a few of them and all the coaches — Rohit, Virat, Ajinkya and Pujara who have taken all those catches in the slips to help me get those wickets.”

End Of A Glorious Journey: R Ashwin Retires From International Cricket Mid-Tour

Further, R Ashwin also thanked the Australian cricket team. He said:“Also a big thank you to the Australian cricket team. They have been very fierce competitors. I have enjoyed playing alongside them.”

“I won’t be taking any questions, but certainly, it’s a very emotional moment.”

Known for his sharp cricketing mind, Ashwin made his debut in 2011 against the West Indies and quickly became a vital part of India’s Test team. Ashwin will continue playing T20 cricket and will represent the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025 season.

R Ashwin shared an emotional moment with star batter Virat Kohli in the dressing room just hours before announcing his retirement. The BCCI honored him in a tribute post on X, calling him “a name synonymous with mastery, wizardry, brilliance, and innovation.”

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Unnati Madan

Unnati is a passionate cricket writer with a deep love and understanding of the game. As a female cricket writer, she brings a unique perspective to the sport, having had to overcome various challenges to pursue her passion for cricket.

Growing up, Unnati developed a love for cricket by watching matches with her family. She was always fascinated by the way the game was played, and would often spend hours reading about cricket, analyzing matches, and learning more about the sport. However, as a female in a male-dominated industry, she faced numerous obstacles to pursue her passion for cricket writing. Despite this, Unnati persevered and became an accomplished writer in the field.

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