{"id":197485,"date":"2024-12-18T07:31:38","date_gmt":"2024-12-18T07:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.talkwithrattan.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/18\/thank-you-anna-ravichandran-ashwins-sudden-retirement-during-bgt-sparks-emotional-tributes\/"},"modified":"2024-12-18T07:31:38","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T07:31:38","slug":"thank-you-anna-ravichandran-ashwins-sudden-retirement-during-bgt-sparks-emotional-tributes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.talkwithrattan.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/18\/thank-you-anna-ravichandran-ashwins-sudden-retirement-during-bgt-sparks-emotional-tributes\/","title":{"rendered":"‘Thank You, Anna’: Ravichandran Ashwin’s Sudden Retirement During BGT Sparks Emotional Tributes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin joined captain Rohit Sharma in the press conference to announce his retirement from international cricket, after IND vs AUS 3rd Test in Gabba ended in a draw due to rain and poor light. Ashwin, who was part of the Indian squad for the Australia tour, played in the Adelaide (2nd) Test but did not feature in the playing XI for 3rd Test in Gabba.<\/p>\n

Speculation about his retirement intensified during IND vs AUS<\/a> Gabba Test match, sparked by a viral dressing room video of Ashwin and Virat Kohli, where the two shared an emotional hug. The 38-year-old concludes his illustrious career with 765 international wickets from 287 matches.<\/p>\n

Ashwin is widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history, with an exceptional record across all formats. He has taken 537 wickets in Test cricket, 156 wickets in ODIs, and 72 wickets in T20Is, solidifying his legacy as one of the sport’s finest.<\/p>\n

Fans, cricket fraternity react to R Ashwin’s sudden retirement during Ind vs Aus Border-Gavaskar Trophy<\/strong><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s hard to say goodbye to a legend like Ravichandran Ashwin. A true warrior on the field, a thinker of the game, and an inspiration to many. Your journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. The game will miss you, but your impact will live on. \ud83c\udfcf\ud83d\udc94 #FarewellAshwin<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/U9Z6cIBbCX<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 Satish Chandra Dubey (@satishdubeyy) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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R. Ashwin retires from International cricket.<\/p>\n

– Fastest Bowler to 250, 300, 350, 400, 450 and 500 Test Wickets<\/p>\n

– 37 five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, only behind Muttiah Muralitharan & Shane Warne<\/p>\n

You did well. Farewell @ashwinravi99<\/a> \ud83c\udfc5 pic.twitter.com\/R0av4fyyhG<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 Trendulkar (@Trendulkar) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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A lot of hugs, from all the Indian fans, Ash Anna! \u2764\ud83e\udec2<\/p>\n

Ravichandran Ashwin 99, signing off. \ud83e\udd7a<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcf8: Star Sports | #PlayBold<\/a> #\u0ca8\u0cae\u0ccd\u0caeRCB<\/a> #AUSvIND<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/EBU6wnSZtx<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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– 537 wickets in Tests.
– 156 wickets in ODIs.
– 72 wickets in T20I.<\/p>\n

ONE OF THE GREATEST EVER, ASHWIN \ud83d\udc10 pic.twitter.com\/kp72t11huO<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Happy retirement #Ashwin<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/iP8Rxj43oR<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 memes_hallabol (@memes_hallabol) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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A name synonymous with mastery, wizardry, brilliance, and innovation \ud83d\udc4f\ud83d\udc4f<\/p>\n

The ace spinner and #TeamIndia<\/a>‘s invaluable all-rounder announces his retirement from international cricket.<\/p>\n

Congratulations on a legendary career, @ashwinravi99<\/a> \u2764\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/swSwcP3QXA<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 BCCI (@BCCI) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The privilege of seeing you grow from a young bowler to a legend of modern cricket is something that I wouldn\u2019t trade for the world! I know that generations of bowlers to come will say that I became a bowler coz of Ashwin! U will be missed brother! \u2764\ufe0f @ashwinravi99<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/fuATAjE8aw<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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I\u2019ve played with you for 14 years and when you told me today you\u2019re retiring, it made me a bit emotional and the flashbacks of all those years playing together came to me. I\u2019ve enjoyed every bit of the journey with you ash, your skill and match winning contributions to Indian\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/QGQ2Z7pAgc<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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a GOAT retires <\/p>\n

Well done on what’s been an outstanding career . Proud to have played with you and definitely the greatest ever to have played from TAMILNADU. @ashwinravi99<\/a> <\/p>\n

Much love and enjoy some leisurely time with family and friends \u2764\ufe0f#INDvAUS<\/a> #ashwin<\/a>#legend<\/a><\/p>\n


\n\u2014 DK (@DineshKarthik) December 18, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Ashwin will return to action when he plays in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n