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Ashwin backs ICC World Cup revamp, seeks more games for emerging teams

R Ashwin believes ICC's World Cup format changes are sensible. He suggests including emerging nations in bilateral series for global growth. This inclusion will provide more meaningful matches for teams like Nepal. Such steps are vital for cricket's collective development and Olympic inclusion. The ICC has announced revamped formats for…

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In Manav Suthar versus Harsh Dubey, pin great Ravichandran Ashwin has his eyes on the latter

India spin great Ravichandran Ashwin is keen to see Harsh Dubey debut against Afghanistan. Dubey's strong domestic and IPL performances make him a contender. Kuldeep Yadav will lead the spin attack, supported by Washington Sundar. Captain Shubman Gill is expected to perform well at home after technical adjustments. Gill's success…

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'Don't drop R Ashwin, but stop him from bowling': India batting legend to CSK

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings began their IPL 2025 campaign with a victory over Mumbai Indians but suffered back-to-back defeats against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals in their following matches. With one win and three losses, CSK currently occupy the seventh spot in the points table.

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IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings Team Preview - SWOT Analysis, Past Performances and Best XI

NEW DELHI: When discussing title contenders in the IPL, the name Chennai Super Kings (CSK) inevitably rises to the top, thanks to their on-field dominance and a record five titles. With IPL 2025 set to commence on March 22 and CSK kicking off their campaign against fellow five-time champions Mumbai…

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New Zealand among strongest teams in Champions Trophy after India: R Ashwin

NEW DELHI: Spin great R Ashwin has identified India and New Zealand as the leading contenders for the upcoming Champions Trophy while cautioning against underestimating Australia despite their recent player injuries.

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EXCLUSIVE | Jasprit Bumrah is Team India's 'Brahmastra'; Rohit Sharma world's best leader: Akash Deep

NEW DELHI: Frustration and disappointment were evident on India pacer Akash Deep's face as the 28-year-old repeatedly beat the bat, particularly against Steve Smith, during the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Brisbane.

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Unscripted endings! MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, and the 'quiet' goodbyes

NEW DELHI: Cricketers in India are revered as heroes, but their departures often leave a bittersweet taste. They dominate with breathtaking performances — cover drives, towering sixes, dismantling wickets, and match-winning feats. Yet, their careers often end quietly, with little fanfare.

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Gautam Gambhir, selectors and team in communication breakdown?

NEW DELHI: As the Indian team stares at a tough transition following the floundering in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, it has emerged that coach Gautam Gambhir is struggling to stay on the same page with the selectors and the team.

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EXCLUSIVE | With R Ashwin retired, is time running out for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in Tests?

NEW DELHI: R Ashwin's sudden retirement from international cricket following the third Test in Brisbane left fans and experts stunned, creating a significant void in the Indian cricket team. Ashwin's decision has sparked a debate among fans, shifting the spotlight to India’s senior stars, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, and…

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'Love letter from a fan girl': Wife Prithi posts heartfelt message for R Ashwin

NEW DELHI: Ravichandran Ashwin's wife Prithi Narayanan shared an emotional tribute on Friday following the cricketer's retirement. The accomplished Indian spinner made an unexpected retirement announcement post the Brisbane Test and promptly returned to Chennai, creating a significant void in Indian cricket.

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Ravi Shastri reveals the secret behind Ravichandran Ashwin's greatness

NEW DELHI: Former India head coach Ravi Shastri has paid a glowing tribute to Ravichandran Ashwin following the legendary all-rounder's retirement, praising his relentless drive for excellence and evolution throughout his career.

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'Never took you seriously when you shared this thought a few months back': R Ashwin's friend on his retirement

India off-spinner R Ashwin unexpectedly announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday. This news came amidst India's ongoing Test series against Australia with the third Test finishing in a draw at the Gabba in Brisbane.

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'A software that continuously needed upgrades', Ashwin thrived on reinvention

Did rejection hurt him so bad that he couldn't take it anymore? This question has left the Indian cricket world in a tizzy as R Ashwin - India's second highest Test wicket-taker - announced his shock retirement from international cricket on a rain-soaked Tuesday afternoon in Brisbane.

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Ashwin's off-break: Legend's spin cycle comes to an abrupt end

In Brisbane rain, an Ashwin googly...'My last day as an Indian cricketer': Spin stalwart R Ashwin chooses drawn Test to call end on a storied career

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Just few hours after announcing retirement, R Ashwin flies out of Brisbane

Hours after announcing his retirement from all forms of international cricket, R Ashwin will be taking the flight back home. It is understood that India's premier off-spinner is already at the airport (at the time of writing this news piece) and was given a nice send-off by the members of…

The Times of India

A snap announcement, a lasting legacy: How R Ashwin shocked everyone with bombshell at The Gabba

BRISBANE: The announcement was made. R Ashwin was no longer going to be an India cricketer and as the whole of India reacted to the shocking retirement, there was this stormy calm at The Gabba. The drizzle continued and the floodlights were still on as the broadcast crew worked in…

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R Ashwin retires: Emotional scenes, a warm hug as Rohit Sharma bids good bye to his teammate

Brisbane: "This will be my last day as an international cricketer... it is an emotional moment and I won't be taking any questions."

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R Ashwin: From fringe player to India's greatest match-winner

At the 2011 Cricket World Cup, R Ashwin was no more than a fringe player, turning out in just two of India’s nine matches. The off-spinner from Chennai played second fiddle to the more experienced Harbhajan Singh, who played in all of his country’s games, including the historic final against…

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Now-retired R Ashwin gets emotional in Indian dressing room after hug from Virat Kohli - watch

On the fifth day of the third Test between India and Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane, Virat Kohli and R Ashwin shared an emotional moment in the dressing room. The duo were seated next to each other as rain poured outside, they had a lengthy chat before hugging each…

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India's tail wags defiantly to avoid follow-on on yet another stop-start day in Brisbane

Indian batting struggling, fighting and striving to survive against Australia in Australia is not new. It used to be a regular feature in the 90s and 2000s. It was the definining characteristic of India's historic win in 2020-21 as well. Hanuma Vihari provided the rearguard alongside R Ashwin in Sydney.…

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IND vs AUS: All you need to know about the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test at The Gabba, Brisbane

Both India and Australia have made no changes to their squads for the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Both teams have had ample rest due to the early finish of the Adelaide Test, which brought the series level at 1-1 after Australia thumped India by 10-wickets. Similarly, India had…

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Over to Gabba, with India needing a bowling re-think

NEW DELHI: For most of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide, India's pace attack looked fractured. Every time Jasprit Bumrah operated, the edge returned. The only occasion where the Indian vice-captain seemed to have some support at the other end was when a face-off with Travis Head inspired Mohammed Siraj and…

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India vs Australia: Cheteshwar Pujara suggests key changes for India's playing XI ahead of crucial Brisbane Test

NEW DELHI: Cheteshwar Pujara has shared his thoughts on potential adjustments to India's playing eleven for the crucial third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Brisbane. He suggested that Washington Sundar might replace Ravichandran Ashwin. He also expressed support for pacer Harshit Rana despite a poor outing in the second…

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Pink-ball Surrender: What went wrong for Team India in Adelaide

NEW DELHI: After the highs of Perth, India hit the nadir at the Adelaide Oval on Sunday, suffering an embarrassing 10-wicket defeat against Australia in the Pink-ball Test.

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Brain fade! Fortune goes India's way as Mitchell Marsh rules himself out when he wasn't

NEW DELHI: In a rare and bizarre occurrence, Australia batter Mitchell Marsh ruled himself out despite not edging the ball on the second day of the second day-night Test against India in Adelaide.

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