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New Twist In R Ashwin Retirement Tale? Harbhajan Singh Hints At 'England Tour Factor'

Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement announcement might have sent shockwaves across the cricketing fraternity but it isn't a decision that Ashwin made in an instant. His recent performances, status in the team, age, fitness, and emerging players, are some of the factors that would've likely impacted Ashwin's decision. When former India spinner Harbhajan Singh was asked about Ashwin's decision, he did admit that it was a big shock. The 'Turbanator' thinks that a doubt in Ashwin's mind over his selection for India's Tour of England next year may have played a part.

"May Have Been Frustrated": Ex-Australia Star Speculates Motivation Behind R Ashwin's Retirement

Former Australia cricketers Brett Lee and Brad Haddin speculated about the reasons that led to legendary India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement midway through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. Ashwin announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket upon the conclusion of the third Test, with two Tests still remaining in the series. Lee and Haddin speculated that Ashwin may have already been communicated about his future in the side, and that he may have been frustrated with the constant uncertainty regarding his place.

"My Dad Isn't...": Ravichandran Ashwin Breaks Silence On Father's 'Humiliation Was Going On' Remark

Ravichandran Ashwin has broken his silence on a big comment made by his father - Ravichandran - a day after the spin great abruptly retired from international cricket. With two Tests left in the Border Gavaskar Trophy, Ashwin decided to bid goodbye to international cricket after the third India vs Australia Test ended in a draw in Brisbane. Ashwin, who is the world's highest Test wicket-taker among active players with 537 scalps, announced immediately after the match that he will not longer be continuing in international cricket.

On Not Being Able To Lead Indian Team, Ravichandran Ashwin's Honest Admission To NDTV

Just a day after announcing his retirement from international cricket, legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up on not getting the chance to lead the Indian team. Ashwin bid adieu to the sport in Indian colours on Wednesday, hours after the conclusion of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane. He represented the country in 116 ODIs, 106 Tests and 65 T20Is, taking more than 750 wickets. However, he never got the chance to lead the Indian team in any format.

'Relaxed But Also Felt Very Bad': R Ashwin's Father On His International Retirement

Spin legend R Ashwin called time on his international cricket career on Wednesday. The off-spin all-rounder was part of India's squad for the ongoing five-match Test series against Australia, but he decided to put curtains on his career at the highest level at the conclusion of the third Test in Brisbane. Ashwin's retirement came as a shock to the cricket world as such a decision was not expected from the player. While talking about the decision, the player's father Ravichandran said that he was relaxed, but was also feeling bad.

Rohit Sharma To Follow R Ashwin's Lead And Retire? India Skipper Says "My Body..."

Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma confirmed that he will not be following R Ashwin's lead and retiring from international cricket during the ongoing Test series against Australia. Rohit has not enjoyed a good run of form lately and his horrible show has resulted in a lot of criticism from both fans and experts alike. Ashwin announced his retirement in the post-match press conference after the third Test match against Australia in Brisbane. When asked if Rohit will follow suit, he said that his numbers have not been good lately but as long as his body and mind are moving well, he will keep on playing for India.

Ravichandran Ashwin's Mother In Tears As India Star Returns Home After Shock Retirement. Video

Just a day after announcing his shock retirement from international cricket, legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin landed in his hometown, Chennai, on Thursday. On Wednesday, Ashwin made a shocking decision to bid adieu from the sport in the midst of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India captain Rohit Sharma, during a post-match press conference, confirmed that Ashwin will return home and will not be travelling to Melbourne for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He landed at the Madras International Airport in the early hours of Thursday.

New Twist In R Ashwin Retirement Tale? Harbhajan Singh Hints At 'Ajit Agarkar Factor'

Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement announcement might have sent shockwaves across the cricketing fraternity but it isn't a decision that Ashwin made in an instant. His recent performances, status in the team, age, fitness, and emerging players, are some of the factors that would've likely impacted Ashwin's decision. When former India spinner Harbhajan Singh was asked about Ashwin's decision, he did admit that it was a big shock. But, when the Turbanator came to know about the Ajit Agarkar-England Test selection on the matter, the picture became clearer to him.

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New Twist In R Ashwin Retirement Tale? Harbhajan Singh Hints At 'England Tour Factor'

"May Have Been Frustrated": Ex-Australia Star Speculates Motivation Behind R Ashwin's Retirement

"My Dad Isn't...": Ravichandran Ashwin Breaks Silence On Father's 'Humiliation Was Going On' Remark

On Not Being Able To Lead Indian Team, Ravichandran Ashwin's Honest Admission To NDTV

'Relaxed But Also Felt Very Bad': R Ashwin's Father On His International Retirement

Rohit Sharma To Follow R Ashwin's Lead And Retire? India Skipper Says "My Body..."

Ravichandran Ashwin's Mother In Tears As India Star Returns Home After Shock Retirement. Video

New Twist In R Ashwin Retirement Tale? Harbhajan Singh Hints At 'Ajit Agarkar Factor'