After the end of the Gabba Test between India and Australia, India's legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket. Due to this decision, not only the fans but also the cricket experts are very curious as to why he suddenly took such a decision.
There are speculations that Ashwin wanted to play in the Perth Test against Australia, but the team gave a chance to Washington Sundar in his place. In the press conference on this matter, Indian captain Rohit Sharma also said that he talked to him about his decision, where Ashwin made it clear that if he is not needed in the series then it would be better to say goodbye to the game.
What did Ashwin say about retirement?
Ashwin is already 38 years old and it seems he has taken this decision due to age. He said in the press conference, 'There is still a lot left in me as a cricketer. I want to take advantage of this in domestic and club level cricket, but this will be my last day at the international level.
Who can replace Ashwin?
After Ashwin's retirement, the most difficult question for the Indian team management is who will replace him. This bowling all-rounder from Chennai took 537 wickets in 106 test matches. With very few spin options available, the pressure will now be on Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar.
Ashwin's career was like this
Ashwin's One Day International record of 537 wickets in 106 Tests is equally impressive. Ashwin has taken 156 wickets in 116 matches of his ODI career at an average of 34.62. This veteran bowler took 72 wickets in 65 matches in T20 International.
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