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R Ashwin Chooses His Successor, Passes The Baton On Social Media After Retirement

Amidst all the tributes pouring in for Ravichandran Ashwin following his retirement from international cricket, he wished fellow off-spin all-rounder Washington Sundar in a way which seemed like a passing of the baton moment in Indian cricket. On Wednesday, shortly after Ashwin announced his retirement post the third Test at the Gabba ending in a draw, Sundar penned a heartfelt tribute on his social media accounts. “More than just a team mate, you have been an inspiration, Ash anna. It's been an honour to share the field and dressing room with you.”

Pakistan Script Massive Record, Become 1st Team In 21st Century To...

Pakistan veterans Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan laid the foundation for a convincing, series-clinching 81-run win over South Africa in the second one-day international at Newlands on Thursday. Pakistan's total of 329 all out was set up by Babar (73) and captain Rizwan (80), who put on 115 off 142 balls for the third wicket. Heinrich Klaasen made 97 for South Africa but the hosts were bowled out for 248. Fast bowlers Shaheen Afridi (four for 47) and Naseem Shah (three for 37) were the main destroyers.

R Ashwin's Father Had To Cancel Tickets For Melbourne, Sydney Tests At The Last Minute: Report

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden decision to retire from international cricket came as a shock to not only the entire cricket fraternity, but, seemingly, also to his own family. Ashwin's father made an explosive rant about the "humiliation" his son had been facing before his retirement, which Ashwin shut down soon after, calling his father "not media trained". However, Ashwin's father had reportedly even booked tickets for the fourth and fifth Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne and Sydney respectively, and had to cancel after his son's sudden decision to retire.

"Shut Up And Play": Mohammad Rizwan, Heinrich Klaasen Engage In Heated Affair On Field. Video

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan and South Africa wicket-keeper batter Heinrich Klaasen had a heated argument on the field during the second ODI between the two sides at Cape Town on Thursday. Though there isn't a confirmation on the matter of the argument, it has been claimed that the South Africa star wasn't happy with the condition of the ball being used. Rizwan, however, was in no mood to pay heed to Klaasen's complaints and suggested he should continue playing. The clash went on for a while, prompting other players and the umpires to intervene too.

R Ashwin "Could Take Over ICC Or BCCI": Huge Prediction Made On Spin Great

As Ravichandran Ashwin, one of cricket's most celebrated spinners, left fans and experts shocked by his sudden exit from international cricket, the former Pakistan cricketer Rashid Latif showered huge praise on the India star for his tactical acumen and sharp cricketing brain, saying the 38-year-old has the ability to "take over the BCCI and ICC in future". Ashwin called time on his prolific career at the end of the Gabba Test, which ended in a draw on Wednesday, leaving a rich legacy as one of India's finest match-winners. His last international game was the day-night Test against Australia in Adelaide, where he took 1-53 in his 18 overs and made 29 runs with the bat in the losing cause.

Heinrich Klaasen Fined 15 Percent Of Match For Code Of Conduct Breach

South Africa's prolific batter Heinrich Klaasen has been fined 15% of his match fee for committing a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct, said ICC in a statement. One demerit point has also been added to his disciplinary record for violating Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to "abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an International Match." The incident took place during the second ODI on Thursday between South Africa and Pakistan. Klaasen was a standout performer with the bat for the hosts, scoring a valiant 97 off 74 balls as South Africa faced a challenging chase of 330.

Bosch earns Proteas ODI call-up as Baartman is ruled out of Wanderers clash

Titans seamer Corbin Bosch has received a maiden call-up to the Proteas' ODI squad ahead of Sunday's final match of the series against Pakistan at the Wanderers.

"Rohit Sharma Had To Persuade Him": Sunil Gavaskar Doubts R Ashwin's Drive Amid Anil Kumble Record Talks

Ravichandran Ashwin's sudden retirement from international cricket came as a shock to many, but not former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, who suggested that the announcement was always on the cards due to the lack of opportunities. Ashwin brought the curtains down on his illustrious career that stretched for more than 14 years. Gavaskar was of the opinion that Ashwin's exclusion from the team for the Tests against Australia in Perth and Gabba played a key role in making the retirement midway through the series.

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R Ashwin Chooses His Successor, Passes The Baton On Social Media After Retirement

Pakistan Script Massive Record, Become 1st Team In 21st Century To...

R Ashwin's Father Had To Cancel Tickets For Melbourne, Sydney Tests At The Last Minute: Report

"Shut Up And Play": Mohammad Rizwan, Heinrich Klaasen Engage In Heated Affair On Field. Video

R Ashwin "Could Take Over ICC Or BCCI": Huge Prediction Made On Spin Great

Heinrich Klaasen Fined 15 Percent Of Match For Code Of Conduct Breach

Bosch earns Proteas ODI call-up as Baartman is ruled out of Wanderers clash

"Rohit Sharma Had To Persuade Him": Sunil Gavaskar Doubts R Ashwin's Drive Amid Anil Kumble Record Talks