Ravichandran Ashwin Explains Sudden Mid-Series Retirement from International Cricket
The Indian cricket legend cites personal reasons and a desire to avoid a farewell match without merit, sparking mixed reactions in the cricketing world.
- Ravichandran Ashwin retired from international cricket during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after the third Test against Australia, leaving fans and experts surprised.
- Ashwin stated that his decision was instinctive, driven by a sense of completion in his cricketing journey, and denied any major controversies behind it.
- He rejected the idea of a farewell match, emphasizing that he did not want to play if he did not deserve a spot in the team based on performance.
- Former cricketers, including Kapil Dev and Sunil Gavaskar, expressed disappointment over the timing of his retirement, while others speculated on potential tensions with team management.
- Ashwin retires as India's second-highest wicket-taker in Tests with 537 dismissals and a legacy that includes key contributions to India's 2011 World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy victories.
Hindustan Times 
