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Anushka Sharma's Loving Tribute For Retiring Ravichandran Ashwin

The entire cricket fraternity and fans around the world were left shocked after the ace Indian all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin decided to call time on his international career. Ashwin announced his retirement on Wednesday after the third Test between India and Australia ended in a draw due to heavy rain in Brisbane. The 38-year-old all-rounder, who is bowing out as the second highest wicket-taker for India, received warm wishes from all over the world and star batter Virat Kohli's wife and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma also shared a sweet message for him.

What Prompted R Ashwin To Retire? How Gautam Gambhir Answered Unasked Question

The mood in the Indian camp was of absolute content as the players fought hard to pull off a draw against Australia in the Brisbane Test. However, Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden decision to retire in the middle of the series shocked everyone. Ashwin, one of the modern greats of the game, said goodbye to international cricket as the match concluded, leaving several questions unanswered. Ashwin did join India captain Rohit Sharma in the press conference after the game, but didn't take any questions as he made his retirement decision public.

Uncertain Future, Knee Struggle, Family's Advice: Behind R Ashwin's Last-Minute Retirement Call

Ravichandran Ashwin's decision to retire midway through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 has caught many people by surprise. The 38-year-old called time on an illustrious career on Wednesday, having picked up 537 games in 106 Tests. Now, reports have revealed that Ashwin's decision has been to do with two factors - injury problems and his future in India's Test team. Reportedly, Ashwin was contemplating his retirement prior to the first Test in Perth, but had not finalised his decision yet. Ashwin had informed his family of the retirement decision just the night before.

"Sunil Gavaskar's Suggestions Welcome But...": Virat Kohli's Coach Sends Big Message

Sunil Gavaskar's advice for a struggling Virat Kohli to follow Sachin Tendulkar's epic 241 in Sydney, where he didn't play a single cover drive, was met with disapproval by the current megastar's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma, who was far from amused by the suggestion. "Sunil Gavaskar has been a great player and his suggestions are always welcomed but I hope he suggests others also about their batting," Sharma, a former Delhi off-spinner, who has coached Kohli since his pre-teen days told PTI on Tuesday.

When Did Ravichandran Ashwin Decide To Retire? Contradictory Reports, Statements Lead To Confusion

Ravichandran Ashwin abruptly announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, with two more Tests still left in the India vs Australia Border Gavaskar Trophy. Out of the three Tests so far, Ashwin, a veteran of 106 matches in the longest format, played only in Adelaide as the lone spinner. Washington Sundar was picked for the first Test in Perth as the lone spinner while Ravindra Jadeja was picked for the same role for the third Test in Brisbane. Ashwin's abrupt retirement has got speculations running about when he decided to call it a day at the international level.

Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon's Fantastic Gesture To R Ashwin, Present Him This After Retirement

Skipper Pat Cummins and top Aussie spinner Nathan Lyon on Wednesday presented a signed Australian Jersey to Ravichandran Ashwin as he bid adieu to cricket. It took many by surprise when Ashwin walked out with India captain Rohit Sharma to announce his international retirement. The signs were there for the fans to see when a camera caught Ashwin and Virat Kohli sharing a heartfelt moment on the last day of the Test. Ashwin was visibly emotional and Kohli embraced his friend, which made it clear that a big announcement was on the cards once the Test match ended.

"Privilege Of Seeing You Grow...": India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir's Emotional Message On Ravichandran Ashwin's Retirement

India head coach Gautam Gambhir along with former cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Irfan Pathan congratulated Ravichandran Ashwin, who brought the curtains down on his illustrious international career. Ashwin's era of dominance spreads across two decades, during which he redefined the art of spin bowling with his hunger to learn and constantly improve as a player. On Day 5 of the Brisbane Test, Gambhir was present when Ashwin and Virat Kohli shared a heartfelt moment. The emotions that appeared on Ashwin's face suggested the big announcement would be made at the end of the day.

Sunil Gavaskar Namedrops Ex-India Opener In Big Praise For KL Rahul: "Exceptional..."

Sunil Gavaskar mentioned former Indian cricket team opener Murali Vijay while praising KL Rahul for his brilliant show on Day 4 of the third Test match against Australia in Brisbane on Tuesday, Rahul showed good off-side judgement to play against the Australia pacers and his 84-run knock left both experts and fans impressed. Rahul, who has scored 231 runs in 5 innings, has been a top performer for India with the bat and Gavaskar was all praise for his technique and how he negotiated Australia's pace threat.

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Anushka Sharma's Loving Tribute For Retiring Ravichandran Ashwin

What Prompted R Ashwin To Retire? How Gautam Gambhir Answered Unasked Question

Uncertain Future, Knee Struggle, Family's Advice: Behind R Ashwin's Last-Minute Retirement Call

"Sunil Gavaskar's Suggestions Welcome But...": Virat Kohli's Coach Sends Big Message

When Did Ravichandran Ashwin Decide To Retire? Contradictory Reports, Statements Lead To Confusion

Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon's Fantastic Gesture To R Ashwin, Present Him This After Retirement

"Privilege Of Seeing You Grow...": India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir's Emotional Message On Ravichandran Ashwin's Retirement

Sunil Gavaskar Namedrops Ex-India Opener In Big Praise For KL Rahul: "Exceptional..."