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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.
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