"My Father Goes Through Twice The Trauma I Do": Ravichandran Ashwin

20.06.2023 - 02:47 sports.ndtv.com

One of the greats of the modern game, Ravichandran Ashwin has had quite a journey. From being central to India's plans across formats to becoming a specialist, before eventually returning to white-ball cricket, the off-spinner has had a roller-coaster of a ride.

After Ashwin was snubbed for a spot in India's playing XI for the World Test Championship final against Australia, his absence became one of the biggest talking points on social media.

The veteran cricketer, who has found himself in such positions on multiple occasions, opened up about the 'trauma' he and his family have gone through over the years and the 'overthinker' tag that has been given to him.

When it comes to overseas Tests, Ashwin isn't one of the first names on the teamsheets. In the WTC final against Australia, it was Ravindra Jadeja who was preferred by the Indian team for the sole spinner's spot.

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