Kohli’s first reaction came on Ashwin’s retirement, Rohit also said something heart touching

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Ravichandran Ashwin: Indian team’s star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket. He has taken this decision in the middle of the series between India and Australia. Ashwin was part of the Indian playing eleven in the second Test of this series, where he last played for Team India. As soon as he retired, many veteran cricketers have wished him all the best for the future. 

Virat Kohli said a heart touching thing

Virat Kohli tweeted for Ravichandran Ashwin and wrote that I have played with you for 14 years and when you told me that you are retiring today, it made me a little emotional and memories of all those years of playing together came to my mind. I have enjoyed every moment of the journey with you, your skill and match-winning contribution to Indian cricket is second to none and you will always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket. Best wishes for your life ahead. Lots of love to you and your loved ones. Thank you for everything friend. 

 

 

Ashwin was convinced to take part in the pink ball test: Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma said about Ashwin in the press conference that when I came to Perth I heard about Ashwin’s retirement, I convinced him to stay for the Pink Ball Test. Some decisions are very personal and I don’t think too many questions should be asked or raised. If a player has chosen an option, he should be given that option. Respect Ashwin’s decision, as teammates we have to respect it. 

Yuvraj wishes good luck for the future

Yuvraj Singh tweeted for Ashwin and wrote that you played very well Ashwin, congratulations for a wonderful journey. From weaving a web around the best players in the world to standing strong in difficult situations, you have been an asset to the team. Welcome to the other side. 

 

 

 

 

Former Indian team spinner and former coach Anil Kumble tweeted for Ashwin and wrote that your journey has not been short. With more than 700 international wickets and a sharp cricket mind, you are one of the best players to grace the field. Congratulations for a wonderful career and best wishes for a bright future off the field as well. 

 

 

 

 

Ajinkya Rahane wrote for Ashwin, “Congratulations Ashwin on a wonderful journey. Standing at slip while you bowl was never a dull moment, best wishes for your next chapter.” 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ICC chairman Jay Shah tweeted, “One of BCCI’s greatest winners. Magician of the ball and a great thinker of the game. Ashwin, your international career is worth being proud of. Best wishes for your future.”