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Jasprit Bumrah a right-hand version of Wasim Akram: Justin Langer

NEW DELHI: With a whopping 21 wickets in three Tests, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been the centre of attention in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy Down Under.

The Times of India

R Ashwin issues clarification on father's 'retirement due to humiliation' remark

NEW DELHI: Hours after R Ashwin father's explosive statement on his sudden retirement from international cricket due to 'humiliation', the spinner made a clarification on social media, pointing out that his 'dad isn't media trained'.

The Times of India

'If Virat Kohli was India captain, he wouldn't have let Ashwin retire before Sydney Test'

Ravichandran Ashwin's unexpected retirement from international cricket has led to polarized opinion about the timing of his decision, with some of the former players disagreeing about the fact that he didn't wait till the end of the five-Test Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series in Australia.

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'I wouldn't have let him go like that': Kapil Dev on Ashwin's shock retirement

NEW DELHI: Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin on Wednesday stunned the cricketing world with his shock retirement after the rain-marred third India vs Australia Test in Brisbane ended in a draw.

The Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin's daughter has a sweet farewell message for her dad

Ravichandran Ashwin's daughter had a sweet message for her father, who returned from Australia on Thursday after announcing a sudden retirement from international cricket at the conclusion of the third Test in Brisbane, which ended in a draw.

The Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin has always been a bit of a thorn in our side: Mitchell Starc

NEW DELHI: The recently retired Ravichandran Ashwin has received a magnificent homage from Australia pacer Mitchell Starc who claims that the India off-spinner has been "a bit of a thorn" for their team in some of the most memorable matches.

The Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin returns to Chennai after retiring midway through Australia tour - WATCH

Ravichandran Ashwin landed back home in Chennai less than 24 hours after shocking the cricket world on Wednesday with his retirement from international cricket midway through India's tour of Australia.

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Watch: Ravichandran Ashwin's bowling lessons to Team India's support staff

NEW DELHI: The support staff in international cricket play a crucial role in the team's overall performance. Their responsibilities go beyond the playing field, encompassing areas like strategy, physical and mental well-being, and operational logistics.

The Times of India

Sundar, Ashwin, Jadeja: How spin-bowling switcheroo possibly hastened R Ashwin's retirement

Ravichandran Ashwin's decision to retire on Wednesday came as a shock to the cricket world; but it was possibly his exclusion and India's switch from one spinner to another in the first three Tests of the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) that led to the veteran off-spinner making up his mind…

The Times of India

Ashwin's exit overshadows last day's play in Brisbane

Retirement of star spinner makes Gabba draw incidental as rain has the final say

The Times of India

Maybe chess helped Ashwin outfox batters: Anand

CHENNAI: As Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement, it brought the curtain down on the career of one of the sport's greats. He boasts a strategic mind - a quality that even chess legend Viswanathan Anand couldn't help but admire .

The Times of India

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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'Ashwin started his career as a batsman': Muralitharan hails India off-spinner

NEW DELHI: Muttiah Muralitharan of Sri Lanka, the most successful bowler in cricket history, hailed fellow off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin of India on Wednesday for declaring his retirement from international cricket and referred to him as an inspiration for future players.

The Times of India

Ravichandran Ashwin gifted signed Australian jersey by Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon

NEW DELHI: Australian captain Pat Cummins and premier spinner Nathan Lyon on Wednesday presented Ravichandran Ashwin with an autographed jersey as the veteran spinner announced his retirement from international cricket.

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'One of the greatest spinners': Monty Panesar hails Ashwin's illustrious career

NEW DELHI: Former cricketer Monty Panesar on Wednesday expressed admiration for Ravichandran Ashwin's remarkable career, recognising the 38-year-old as one of India's finest spin bowlers.

The Times of India

'Ultimate competitor': James Foster on Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement from

NEW DELHI: James Foster, the former England wicketkeeper-batter, praised Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin following his retirement from international cricket shortly after the Brisbane Test ended in a draw.

The Independent UK

‘Emotional’ Virat Kohli lauds India legend Ravichandran Ashwin after shock retirement

The all-rounder has called time on his glittering career after taking 537 wickets from 106 Tests, leaving him seventh in the all-time rankings

The Times of India

'Nothing but respect for Ashwin': Contemporary Nathan Lyon on retired India spinner

NEW DELHI: Australia's leading off-spinner Nathan Lyon offered a sincere tribute to contemporary Ravichandran Ashwin following the Indian bowler's retirement announcement.

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Ashwin's final speech: Hugs, teary eyes and a special gesture from Australia. Watch

NEW DELHI: As Ravichandran Ashwin brought down curtains on his international career on Wednesday, the premier spinner left the cricketing world, including his teammates stunned with the surprise announcement.

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'True OG & legend': Rohit Sharma's heartfelt note for 'retired' Ashwin

NEW DELHI: India skipper Rohit Sharma on Wednesday penned an emotional tribute to Ravichandran Ashwin following the veteran spinner's retirement, calling him a ‘true OG and legend’ of the game.

The Guardian - UK

Women’s cricket team of the year: from Smriti Mandhana to Sophie Ecclestone

The Spin’s annual selection marks a milestone in women’s cricket with England and Australia far less dominant

The Times of India

'Ashwin has done what Dhoni did' - Gavaskar disagrees with timing of retirement

Former India captain and batting legend Sunil Gavaskar has disagreed with the timing of Ravichandran Ashwin's announcement about his retirement, saying that "it leaves you one (player) short" in the middle of an important series.

Evening Standard

Cricket shock as India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin retires midway through tour

The shock announcement was made on Wednesday

The Times of India

'Aap mereko marwaoge!': Rohit's hilarious response on 'retired' Rahane, Pujara query

NEW DELHI: India skipper Rohit Sharma was at his hilarious best on Wednesday as his cheeky response involving veterans Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara 'retirement' floored the mediapersons after the conclusion of third Test in Brisbane.

The Times of India

'GOAT retires': Farewell tributes for Ravichandran Ashwin flood internet

Ravichandran Ashwin surprised the cricket world on Wednesday by announcing his decision to retire from international cricket, following which current and former cricketers queued up on the internet to congratulate the legendary off-spinner for a successful career.

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