Gabba Test Marks the End of an Era
Indian cricket witnessed the conclusion of an illustrious chapter as Ravichandran Ashwin, a modern-day spin legend, announced his retirement from international cricket. The decision came after the Gabba Test against Australia, which ended in a draw. At 38, Ashwin concluded his remarkable career with 106 Tests, 116 ODIs, and 65 T20Is, accumulating 537, 156, and 72 wickets respectively.
Ashwin’s Stellar Career
In Tests, He achieved extraordinary milestones:
- Wickets: 537 at an average of 24.
- Five-Wicket Hauls: 37.
- Ten-Wicket Match Hauls: 8.
Beyond bowling, he contributed 3503 runs in Test cricket, with six centuries and 14 half-centuries, showcasing his all-round abilities.
Heartfelt Farewell
During an emotional press conference, Ashwin expressed gratitude toward his teammates, BCCI, and opponents. He acknowledged Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, and Cheteshwar Pujara for their support and praised Australia’s competitive spirit.
He remarked, “This is my last day as an Indian cricketer in all formats at the international level… The game has given me everything, and I plan to remain connected to it.”
White-Ball Comebacks and IPL Commitment
Ashwin’s international career saw a resurgence in white-ball cricket during the T20 World Cups of 2021 and 2022 and the ODI World Cup 2023. While he steps away from international formats, Ashwin remains committed to playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Chennai Super Kings, marking a homecoming to his IPL roots.
A True Legend
Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement marks the end of an era in Indian cricket. His contributions, both as a bowler and an all-rounder, will be remembered for generations. As he steps away from the international stage, the cricketing fraternity bids farewell to a legend whose impact on the game will remain etched in history.
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