R Ashwin Retirement: Star Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from International cricket. Rohit Sharma said in the press conference that this decision was in his mind since Perth. He was thinking about this from a long time and he had a chat about this with Rohit Sharma. Ashwin said that if he is not needed off in the series then he will better say goodbye to the game.
After his announcement, Ashwin’s new franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) honoured their veteran spin wizard and acknowledged him in social media which left fans emotional.
REMEMBER THE NAME! 👑#99Forever #WhistlePodu🦁💛 @ashwinravi99 pic.twitter.com/obG0hOrhVu
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) December 18, 2024
From the spin tracks of Anbuden ✨
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) December 18, 2024
to the great gallery of the game! 🏟️
THANK YOU, ASHWIN! 🦁#99Forever #WhistlePodu 🦁💛
R Ashwin’s International Career Stats
R Ashwin’s Test record
Since making his debut in 2011, R Ashwin has played 106 Test matches for India, single-handedly leading the team to victory in several matches. With an impressive 537 Test wickets to his name, Ashwin has achieved the milestone of taking five or more wickets in an innings 37 times – a feat that makes him the second cricketer in the world to do so in Test history. In addition to his bowling brilliance, Ashwin has contributed significantly with the bat, scoring 3503 runs, including 6 centuries and 14 half-centuries.
R Ashwin’s ODI Career
In ODI cricket, Ashwin has showcased his versatility with both bat and ball. He has scored 707 runs in 116 matches and taken 156 wickets, cementing his place as a valuable all-rounder for India.
R Ashwin’s T20 Career
Ashwin has represented India in 65 T20 matches, taking 72 wickets. His consistency and skill made him a key part of India’s squad during major tournaments, including the victorious campaigns in the 2011 ODI World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy.
