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"I Don't Blow A Kiss To My Better Half": R Ashwin Explains His Personality, Compares To Virat Kohli

A part of Ravichandran Ashwin's persona over his time as an Indian cricketer has been someone who appears to be methodical about his work and at times comes across as a serious person. This reputation of Ashwin's has spread to the extent where people would even criticise him for chasing personal numbers. However, Ashwin has now defended his methods and persona, and clarified exactly the type of person he is. Speaking in a podcast with Sky Sports Cricket, Ashwin described that he isn't the type to "blow kisses to his better half".

"I Am MVP Of My Cricket, Not Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli": Ravichandran Ashwin

Ever since India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin announced his sudden retirement from international cricket, tributes have been pouring in from all corners for the veteran cricketer. However, Ashwin doesn't want people to celebrate his career or worship him. For him, the sport is above all individuals. However, the owner of 537 Test wickets said that he does want to burst a few cricketing myths. Former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain had a detailed virtual conversation with Ashwin, who is currently in Chennai following his retirement from international cricket.

Indian Cricket In 2024: Painful Trophy Wait Ends But Loss At Home Triggers Transition Talk

The monkey was finally off India's back in a roller-coaster 2024 when the financial giants of international cricket ended a 13-year wait for a world title, lost a rare Test series at home and dealt with transition triggered by both expected and unexpected retirements by the stalwarts of the game. There was plenty of action over the last 12 months that kept the loyal Indian fan interested.

Virat Kohli, Steve Smith Receives Big Praise From Ravi Shastri: "They'll Be Dangerous..."

Former Indian cricketer and head coach Ravi Shastri shared his thoughts on the performances of cricket's legendary "Fab Four"—Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson. Shastri delved into the fluctuating fortunes of these players in the longest format of the game and emphasised the resilience and hunger that still make Kohli and Smith dangerous opponents. While Root and Williamson have enjoyed a phenomenal 2024, scoring six and four Test centuries respectively, Kohli and Smith have managed only one each—both coming during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Root's prolific run in particular has solidified his place as one of the most consistent batters in modern cricket, while Williamson continues to exude elegance and composure at the crease.

Matthew Hayden Backs Kohli To Shine In Boxing Day Test, Gives 'Sachin Tendulkar' Advice

Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden has called for Virat Kohli to resist the urge to hit the ball outside the off stump and called upon the example of one of the finest innings played by Sachin Tendulkar during the 2003-04 Border Gavaskar Trophy. Barring Kohli's unbeaten century in the second innings of the first Test at Perth, the 36-year old has struggled with the bat and has constantly been caught with the ball outside the off-stump. Hayden believes the track at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the venue for the Boxing Day Test, will be suitable for batters and backs the Indian great to come back to form if he can resist the urge to slash at the ball outside the off-stump.

Virat Kohli's Request For Fans During Practice Is Viral Ahead Of Boxing Day Test Against Australia

Indian cricket team star batter Virat Kohli was seen sweating it out in the nets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground ahead of the crucial Boxing Day Test encounter against Australia starting Thursday. According to India Today, Kohli was welcomed with loud cheers by the fans but the star batter requested silence from the spectators as he started his session against the fast bowlers. Virat went on to face Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna and a local left-arm pacer during his session. He was also seen having a long conversation with the India pacers regarding the ideal lengths to target while bowling against him.

India skipper Rohit backs Kohli to find fix for off-stump woes

MELBOURNE : India captain Rohit Sharma has backed Virat Kohli to overcome his problems with deliveries outside the off-stump in Australia, saying on Tuesday that players of his calibre always find a way to succeed.

Virat Kohli-Babar Azam Comparisons Laughed Off By Ex-Pakistan Star: "Even Joe Root, Steve Smith..."

Days after announcing his retirement from international cricket, former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir labelled India star batter Virat Kohli as the greatest player of the current generation. Amir, who has been one of Kohli's biggest admirers throughout his career, has laughed off such comparisons. Amir insisted that the likes of Babar Azam, Steve Smith and Joe Root can't be compared to Kohli, saying that it is hard to match the former India captain's numbers across formats.

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"I Don't Blow A Kiss To My Better Half": R Ashwin Explains His Personality, Compares To Virat Kohli

"I Am MVP Of My Cricket, Not Rohit Sharma Or Virat Kohli": Ravichandran Ashwin

Indian Cricket In 2024: Painful Trophy Wait Ends But Loss At Home Triggers Transition Talk

Virat Kohli, Steve Smith Receives Big Praise From Ravi Shastri: "They'll Be Dangerous..."

Matthew Hayden Backs Kohli To Shine In Boxing Day Test, Gives 'Sachin Tendulkar' Advice

Virat Kohli's Request For Fans During Practice Is Viral Ahead Of Boxing Day Test Against Australia

India skipper Rohit backs Kohli to find fix for off-stump woes

Virat Kohli-Babar Azam Comparisons Laughed Off By Ex-Pakistan Star: "Even Joe Root, Steve Smith..."