Ravichandran Ashwin Announces Sudden Retirement from International Cricket
The Indian spin legend ends his illustrious 14-year career during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia.
- Ashwin, 38, retires as India's second-highest Test wicket-taker with 537 dismissals, only behind Anil Kumble's 619.
- He made the announcement after the drawn third Test in Brisbane, citing a desire to continue playing club-level cricket.
- Ashwin's decision comes after being left out of the third Test, with reports suggesting frustration over team selection policies.
- Tributes flooded in from teammates and cricketing legends, highlighting his impact as a match-winner and innovator in spin bowling.
- The veteran spinner will continue to play domestic and franchise cricket, including for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025.




















































































