Virat Kohli Reaction on R Ashwin Retirement: Indian cricket team's veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin suddenly announced his retirement from international cricket, giving a big shock to the Indian fans on the last day of the Brisbane Test. As soon as the third Test match between India and Australia was drawn, Ashwin came to the press conference with captain Rohit Sharma and announced his retirement from all three formats.
Everyone is surprised by Ashwin's retirement and now former captain Virat Kohli has also given his first reaction to his decision. Virat said that R Ashwin made him emotional when he told him about his retirement decision. Virat wished Ashwin all the best for his post-retirement career through an emotional post on social media after the Gabba Test was drawn.
Virat Kohli posted from his official I have enjoyed every moment of the journey with you, your skill and match-winning contribution to Indian cricket is unmatched and you will always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket.”
He further wrote, “All the best for your family and whatever happens in your life. Lots of respect and lots of love to you and those close to you. Thank you for everything friend.”
Let us tell you that during the captaincy of Virat Kohli between 2014 and 2021, Ashwin played an important role in India's dominance in the home series. In 2016, Ashwin was named ICC Cricketer of the Year and ICC Test Cricketer of the Year, becoming only the third Indian to win the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for his outstanding all-round performances that year. He has held the No. 1 spot in the ICC Test bowling rankings several times, reflecting his dominance in the longest format.
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