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Former cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin voices praise for Anshul Kamboj, new inductee in the Indian squad for the fourth Test against England, lauding his strategic understanding in bowling, reminiscent of Zaheer Khan, and high potential in the ongoing series.

Ashwin Hails Anshul Kamboj: A Potential Asset Against England

Ravichandran Ashwin backs Anshul Kamboj’s inclusion in the Indian squad as they face England in the fourth Test. Highlighting Kamboj’s strategic insights and impressive domestic record, Ashwin emphasizes his potential impact alongside bowlers Bumrah and Siraj.

Ashwin Applauds Anshul Kamboj's Cricket Acumen

Kamboj, noted for his domestic achievements, joins India's squad for the fourth Test against England, potentially enhancing the bowling lineup alongside Bumrah and Siraj.

In a glowing endorsement, former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has lauded uncapped fast bowler Anshul Kamboj, likening him to the likes of Zaheer Khan and Jasprit Bumrah. Kamboj stands out, Ashwin believes, not just for his skillfulness but for his deep understanding of game plans, a trait not commonly found among many fast bowlers. Kamboj was newly inducted into the Indian squad for the upcoming fourth Test against England in Manchester. This change comes due to injuries plaguing all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy and the pacers Akash Deep and Arshdeep Singh.
"What's appreciable about Anshul is his grasp of the plan," Ashwin remarked on his YouTube channel 'Ash Ki Baat'. "Many fast bowlers often speak about wanting to express themselves and enjoy the game when asked about their strategies. But Anshul has a clear understanding of the plans and knows how to execute them. It's a rare quality, reminiscent of Zaheer Khan. He was extraordinary," added Ashwin.
He further elaborated, "In modern times, Jassi (Bumrah) is one such player known for his perfect execution of plans. Anshul fits into that category. While I am not comparing their skills, which are distinct, Anshul has the mindset."
The 24-year-old Kamboj has turned heads leading into the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy with noteworthy performance for India A against the England Lions. Across four innings in Northampton and Canterbury, he secured five wickets, capitalizing on late movement and bounce. "His 'tappa' (length) is exceptional," Ashwin noted, referencing his experience in the IPL. "His wrist position is impressive, maintaining an upright seam, making him a tough opponent."
With Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj already in the lineup, Ashwin believes Kamboj would add a significant edge to the bowling attack for the fourth Test. "If Anshul is included, this becomes a formidable bowling line-up," Ashwin declared. He praised Kamboj's domestic achievements, notably a 10-wicket haul in an innings against Kerala last year in a Ranji Trophy match at Lahli.
"People might point out Anshul's lack of Test experience, particularly in English conditions. But he was part of the 'A' tour and has been in exceptional form in first-class cricket, averaging around 13," Ashwin explained.
Highlighting Kamboj's ability to bowl lengthy spells, Ashwin said, "In England, you need the stamina to bowl long spells. Anshul can do that and will provide an excellent complement to Bumrah and Siraj. Though Prasidh Krishna remains an option, I'd advocate for Anshul."
However, Ashwin cautioned about managing Kamboj's nerves should he debut. "One task for the management will be to keep Anshul calm," he emphasized.
India is trailing 1-2 in the five-match series, with the fourth Test set to begin in Manchester on Wednesday.
(Only the headline of this report may have been reworked by Editorji; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
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Luminaries from the world of cricket on Wednesday doffed their hats to "all-time great" Ravichandran Ashwin after he announced his international retirement, leaving the game a little poorer after enriching it through a glorious career.

Cricket world pays tribute to all-time great Ashwin after his retirement

During his long stint with the Indian team, Ashwin has kept on reinventing himself to keep pace with the evolving game, something that impressed the iconic Sachin Tendulkar.

Luminaries from the world of cricket on Wednesday doffed their hats to "all-time great" Ravichandran Ashwin after he announced his international retirement, leaving the game a little poorer after enriching it through a glorious career.
During his long stint with the Indian team, Ashwin has kept on reinventing himself to keep pace with the evolving game, something that impressed the iconic Sachin Tendulkar.
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Ashwin, I&rsquo;ve always admired how you approached the game with your mind and heart in perfect sync. From perfecting the carrom ball to contributing crucial runs, you always found a way to win. Watching you grow from a promising talent to one of India&rsquo;s finest match-winners has been&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/XawHfacaUh">pic.twitter.com/XawHfacaUh</a>
&mdash; Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/1869324169445568713?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"From perfecting the carrom ball to contributing crucial runs, you always found a way to win. Your journey shows that true greatness lies in never being afraid to experiment and evolve. Your legacy will inspire one and all," Tendulkar wrote on 'X'.
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I&rsquo;ve played with you for 14 years and when you told me today you&rsquo;re retiring, it made me a bit emotional and the flashbacks of all those years playing together came to me. I&rsquo;ve enjoyed every bit of the journey with you ash, your skill and match winning contributions to Indian&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/QGQ2Z7pAgc">pic.twitter.com/QGQ2Z7pAgc</a>
&mdash; Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/1869269640154923429?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Ashwin's longtime India teammate Virat Kohli penned an emotional tribute and recalled their "14 years of camaraderie", current coach Gautam Gambhir hailed his influence on future generations, and Ajinkya Rahane reminisced how his every ball felt like a wicket-taking delivery.
"I've played with you for 14 years and when you told me today you're retiring, it made me a bit emotional and the flashbacks of all those years playing together came to me," Kohli posted in X.
Ashwin, 38, announced his decision during the press meet in Gabba that happened after the third Test between India and Australia ended in a draw.
Earlier in the day, Kohli was seen embracing the off-spinner following a lengthy conversation in the dressing room as Ashwin wiped his eyes, sparking speculations on his retirement.
"I've enjoyed every bit of the journey with you ash, your skill and match winning contributions to Indian cricket are second to none and you will always and always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket," Kohli added.
With 765 international scalps in his bag, Ashwin is the second-highest wicket-taker from India after Anil Kumble.
Ashwin has taken 537 wickets at an average of 24 in 106 Test matches. He is also seventh on the overall list of wicket-takers.
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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&rsquo;t 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! ❤️ <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a> <a href="https://t.co/fuATAjE8aw">pic.twitter.com/fuATAjE8aw</a>
&mdash; Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) <a href="https://twitter.com/GautamGambhir/status/1869267174206173369?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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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't 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," Gambhir said.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri hailed Ashwin's craft and contribution to Indian cricket.
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Hey Ash, congratulations on a magnificent career, old boy. You were an invaluable asset during my tenure as coach and enriched the game immensely with your skill and craft. God bless. <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ICC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ICC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ashwin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ashwin</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvsIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvsIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZLelKjmEdu">pic.twitter.com/ZLelKjmEdu</a>
&mdash; Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/RaviShastriOfc/status/1869281777778663608?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Hey Ash, congratulations on a magnificent career, old boy. You were an invaluable asset during my tenure as coach and enriched the game immensely with your skill and craft. God bless," wrote Shastri who is now doing commentary in the five-match series."
India's highest wicket-taker Anil Kumble lauded Ashwin on his illustrious career.
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.<a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a>, your journey has been nothing short of extraordinary! With over 700 international wickets and a keen cricketing mind, you are one of the finest to have graced the field. Congratulations on a stellar career, and here's to an even brighter future off the field! 👏🏽🇮🇳 <a href="https://t.co/60lbNnyPi8">pic.twitter.com/60lbNnyPi8</a>
&mdash; Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) <a href="https://twitter.com/anilkumble1074/status/1869284019424391178?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Your journey has been nothing short of extraordinary! With over 700 international wickets and a keen cricketing mind, you are one of the finest to have graced the field. Congratulations on a stellar career, and here's to an even brighter future off the field!" wrote Kumble.
Rahane, who often stood at slip to Ashwin, recalled his sharpness as a bowler who kept the batters guessing with his clever variations.
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Congratulations on an incredible journey, <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a>! Standing at slip was never a dull moment with you bowling, every ball felt like a chance waiting to happen. All the best for your next chapter! <a href="https://t.co/HhBUHVPu3v">pic.twitter.com/HhBUHVPu3v</a>
&mdash; Ajinkya Rahane (@ajinkyarahane88) <a href="https://twitter.com/ajinkyarahane88/status/1869271082634809566?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Standing at slip was never a dull moment with you bowling, every ball felt like a chance waiting to happen. All the best for your next chapter!" said Rahane.
Virender Sehwag, the swashbuckling opener of his times, called Ashwin a genuine match-winner.
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Congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a> on a magnificent career. You were a genuine match winner and to finish as the second highest wicket taker for us in Test cricket is a monumental achievement. Best wishes for the second innings. <a href="https://t.co/N3cils9kDY">pic.twitter.com/N3cils9kDY</a>
&mdash; Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) <a href="https://twitter.com/virendersehwag/status/1869327678630977894?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Congratulations @ashwinravi99 on a magnificent career. You were a genuine match winner and to finish as the second highest wicket taker for us in Test cricket is a monumental achievement," Sehwag wrote on 'X'.
Seasoned batter Cheteshwar Pujara, with whom Ashwin played a lot of cricket for India, said his decision brought "a lump in the throat".
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Many congratulations on a career you can be very proud of Ash! Your dedication and contribution to Indian cricket, consistently over a long period of time, will be etched in history, as one of the best to have represented the country! Over the years, we have shared countless&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/bjnjFD4s54">pic.twitter.com/bjnjFD4s54</a>
&mdash; Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) <a href="https://twitter.com/cheteshwar1/status/1869303656774050066?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Your dedication and contribution to Indian cricket, consistently over a long period of time, will be etched in history, as one of the best to have represented the country!
"Over the years, we have shared countless memories on and off the field; and your decision today suddenly brings a lump in the throat..." Pujara tweeted.
Harbhajan Singh, who is the fourth highest wicket-taker for India in Tests, praised Ashwin's consistency.
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Congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a> on a phenomenal cricket career. Your ambition as a test cricketer was admirable. Well done for being the flag bearer of Indian spin for more than a decade. Be very proud of your achievements and hopefully see you more often now.
&mdash; Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) <a href="https://twitter.com/harbhajan_singh/status/1869267813887873103?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Your ambition as a test cricketer was admirable. Well done for being the flag bearer of Indian spin for more than a decade. Be very proud of your achievements and hopefully see you more often now," Harbhajan posted in X.
Yuvraj Singh also celebrated Ashwin's grit and adaptability.
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Well played Ash and congratulations on a legendary journey! From spinning webs around the best in the world to standing tall in tough situations, you&rsquo;ve been a real asset to the team. Welcome to the other side! 🙌🏻 <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a>
&mdash; Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) <a href="https://twitter.com/YUVSTRONG12/status/1869274535729700873?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Well played Ash and congratulations on a legendary journey! From spinning webs around the best in the world to standing tall in tough situations, you've been a real asset to the team. Welcome to the other side!" remarked Yuvraj.
Former wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik hailed Ashwin as a "GOAT" and the best cricketer from Tamil Nadu.
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a GOAT retires 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. <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a> Much love and enjoy some leisurely time with family and friends ❤️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvAUS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvAUS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ashwin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ashwin</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/legend?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#legend</a>
&mdash; DK (@DineshKarthik) <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik/status/1869265221170479615?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"A GOAT retires. 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. Much love and enjoy some leisurely time with family and friends."
Former India batters Suresh Raina and Mohammad Kaif also joined the chorus in hailing Ashwin's legacy, one of the sharpest cricket minds.
The international cricket community too reacted to Ashwin's decision from the game.
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Only one on the list with 6 test 100s 👏👏 <a href="https://t.co/3wcaqTYYSC">https://t.co/3wcaqTYYSC</a>
&mdash; Herschelle Gibbs (@hershybru) <a href="https://twitter.com/hershybru/status/1869286287838269456?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Only one on the list with six Test 100s," wrote former South Africa batter Herschelle Gibbs.
Ashwin (537 wickets) finished fourth in the list of highest wicket-takers in Test cricket behind Muttiah Muralitharan (800), Shane Warne (708) and Anil Kumble (619).
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Thank you Ravi Ashwin. Glad you came, and that you were a part of the international game for so long, with such excellence. You taught, you educated and you entertained🙏🏽.
&mdash; Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) <a href="https://twitter.com/irbishi/status/1869277188559966466?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Glad you came, and that you were a part of the international game for so long, with such excellence. You taught, you educated and you entertained," said former West Indies pacer Ian Bishop.
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Thanks <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinravi99?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinravi99</a> .. Have loved watching you play for India .. 👍
&mdash; Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) <a href="https://twitter.com/MichaelVaughan/status/1869264918308167886?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"Thanks Ashwin. Have loved watching you play for India," posted former England skipper Michael Vaughan.

The first ODI will be played on September 22 in Mohali, followed by the 2nd game in Indore on September 23 and the 3rd ODI in Rajkot on September 27

India squad for Australia ODIs: Rohit, Kohli rested for first 2 games; KL Rahul to lead, Ashwin included

BCCI announced Team India's squad for the 3-match ODI series vs Australia on Monday. In a surprising move, KL Rahul was appointed as the skipper for the first 2 ODIs.

Check full squads here

The first ODI will be played on September 22 in Mohali, followed by the 2nd game in Indore on September 23 and the 3rd ODI in Rajkot on September 27

BCCI announced Team India's squad for the 3-match ODI series vs Australia on Monday.
In a surprising move, KL Rahul was appointed as the skipper for the first 2 ODIs. Regular captain Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and vice-captain Hardik Pandya have been rested for the first 2 games. Interestingly, Ravichandran Ashwin makes a return to the ODI set-up after a gap of 20 months.
However, Rohit, Virat and Hardik will return for the final ODI match. Tilak Varma, who is part of the first 2 ODIs will be released from the squad ahead of the final game as he is a part of India's Asian Games squad.
Axar Patel has also been included in the 17-member squad for the 3rd ODI but his availability is subject to fitness.
The first ODI will be played on September 22 in Mohali, followed by the 2nd game in Indore on September 23 and the 3rd ODI in Rajkot on September 27.
Squad for the 1st two ODIs:
KL Rahul (C &amp; WK), Ravindra Jadeja (Vice-captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Shardul Thakur, Washington Sundar, R Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Shami, Mohd. Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Squad for the 3rd &amp; final ODI:
Rohit Sharma (C), Hardik Pandya, (Vice-captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Axar Patel*, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, R Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Shami, Mohd. Siraj

Usman Khawaja scored a solid 180 off 422 balls in 1st innings of the 4th Test vs India in Ahmedabad

IND vs AUS 4th Test: Usman Khawaja achieves special feat as Aus post 480 in 1st innings

Usman Khawaja became only the 2nd Australian opener in 21st century to achieve this special milestone in India.

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Usman Khawaja scored a solid 180 off 422 balls in 1st innings of the 4th Test vs India in Ahmedabad

2001... The last time when an Australian opener in Matthew Hayden crossed the 150-run mark in a Test match in India. And it took 22 years for someone to achieve this special milestone once again as Usman Khawaja scored a solid 180 off 422 balls in 1st innings of the 4th Test vs India in Ahmedabad.
Interestingly, this was the 3rd tour to India for the 36-year-old but he was only carrying drinks on his previous 2 visits. Khawaja got an extended opportunity as an opener in the 4-match Test series and he notched up his maiden Test hundred in India in the final game.
However, Ravichandran Ashwin led India's fightback with his 32nd 5-wicket-haul in Tests as Australia lost last 6 wickets for 102 runs. But the visitors still posted a mammoth total of 480 in the 1st innings.
Also read: <a title="IND vs AUS 4th Test: Australian team wear black armbands on Day 2, here's why" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-aus-4th-test-australian-team-wear-black-armbands-on-day-2-here-s-why-1678423442825">IND vs AUS 4th Test: Australian team wear black armbands on Day 2, here's why</a>

India off spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared a recap of the first two India vs Australia Tests played in Nagpur and Delhi on his youtube channel

'If you respect the pitch and play accordingly, the pitch will respect you': Ashwin on IND vs AUS tests

'If you respect the pitch and play accordingly, the pitch will respect you' - R Ashwin shares his take on the first two #INDvAUS Tests

In the latest episode of his show &lsquo;Around the world of cricket&rsquo;, the veteran spinner explained in detail how to bat against spin in India and to always respect the conditions in the biggest format of the game.

India off spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared his take on the first two India vs Australia Tests on his Youtube channel.
In the latest episode of his show &lsquo;Around the world of cricket&rsquo;, the veteran spinner explained in detail how to bat against spin in India and to always respect the conditions in the biggest format of the game.
He recollected his ex-coach WV Raman's words and said that if you respect the pitch and play accordingly, the pitch will also respect you.
India have taken a 2-0 lead in the Border Gavaskar Trophy, with the third Test starting on March 1.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/women-s-t20-world-cup-richa-ghosh-only-indian-in-player-of-the-tournament-shortlist-1677333613761">Women's T20 World Cup: Richa Ghosh only Indian in Player of the tournament shortlist</a>

Pakistan has the hosting rights for Asia Cup 2023 but BCCI secretary Jay Shah stated that India won't travel to Pakistan and that the tournament needed to be moved to a neutral venue

BCCI vs PCB: Shahid Afridi opens up on Asia Cup 2023 hosting row

Shahid Afridi opened up on the Asia Cup 2023 hosting row between India and Pakistan and blamed the PCB for finding itself in such a situation.

Here is what the former Pakistan skipper said

Pakistan has the hosting rights for Asia Cup 2023 but BCCI secretary Jay Shah stated that India won't travel to Pakistan and that the tournament needed to be moved to a neutral venue

Shahid Afridi opened up on the Asia Cup 2023 hosting row between India and Pakistan and blamed the PCB for finding itself in such a situation.
'India agar aankhe dikha raha hain or taking such a strong stance, then they have made themselves that strong, hence they are being able to talk like this, otherwise, they wouldn't have the courage,' stated the former Pakistan skipper.
Talking about the PCB, Afridi said that if anyone is unable to stand on his own feet, then the decision to make such strong calls is not easy. 'At the end it's making yourself strong and then take decisions,' he further added.
Pakistan has the hosting rights for Asia Cup 2023 but BCCI secretary Jay Shah stated that India won't travel to Pakistan and that the tournament needed to be moved to a neutral venue.
Also read: <a title="Confusion over ICC Test rankings, India back to the 2nd spot" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/confusion-over-icc-test-rankings-india-back-to-the-2nd-spot-1676523703683">Confusion over ICC Test rankings, India back to the 2nd spot</a>

Ashwin, who has been the No. 1 bowler and all-rounder in the past, has also earned seven rating points in the all-rounders’ rankings, which are led by his compatriot Ravindra Jadeja

ICC latest Test rankings: Shreyas Iyer jumps 10 spots, Ashwin joint-fourth in bowlers list

After helping India win the second Test against Bangladesh in Mirpur, R Ashwin and Shreyas Iyer made significant gains in ICC's latest Test rankings.

Check details here

Ashwin, who has been the No. 1 bowler and all-rounder in the past, has also earned seven rating points in the all-rounders&rsquo; rankings, with his compatriot Ravindra Jadeja still top of the list.

After helping India win the second Test against Bangladesh in Mirpur, R Ashwin and Shreyas Iyer made significant gains in ICC's latest Test rankings.
Following his 6-wicket haul in Mirpur Test, Ashwin moved up one spot and is joint-fourth among bowlers while Iyer attained his career-best 16th position in the batters list.
Also read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/russell-domingo-steps-down-as-bangladesh-coach-after-test-series-loss-against-india-1672225298237">Russell Domingo steps down as Bangladesh coach after Test series loss against India</a>
However, despite his player of the series performance in Bangladesh, Cheteshwar Pujara slipped three places to 19th, while senior batter Virat Kohli dropped two places from 12th to 14th after a lacklustre show in the neighbouring country.

The 15-member squad had 9 players above the age of 30, out of which 4 of the senior-most players will be above 35 in the next edition of the T20 World Cup which will be played in 2024.

What next for Team India after T20 World Cup disappointment

While fingers were already being pointed out at Chetan Sharma’s selection committee before the 15-member squad travelled Down Under, the 10-wicket mauling in Adelaide will definitely force the BCCI to make some tough calls.

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The 15-member squad had 9 players above the age of 30, out of which 4 of the senior-most players will be above 35 in the next edition of the T20 World Cup which will be played in 2024.

A forgettable outing at the world stage yet again might just act as the trigger for a change in team management at several levels. While fingers were already being pointed out at Chetan Sharma&rsquo;s selection committee before the 15-member squad travelled Down Under, the mauling in Adelaide will definitely force the BCCI to make some tough calls.
In the hindsight, for India, experience alone is not doing the magic in the ICC tournaments. And age, age can drive the BCCI up the wall for it has backfired yet again. Whether the board now opts for the flamboyance of youth, remains to be seen. But one thing is for sure, after another disappointing display, heads will roll! The 15-member squad had 9 players above the age of 30, out of which 4 of the senior-most players will be above 35 in the next edition of the T20 World Cup which will be played in 2024. Apart from skipper Rohit Sharma(35), Dinesh Karthik(37) and R Ashwin (36) these names also include the revitalized Virat Kohli (34), who emerged as the backbone of Team India&rsquo;s campaign in the 2022 edition. Even as there are a few between ages 30-35, their failure to justify their position in the side may pave the way for Team India to look to the future.
From the leadership perspective as well, India clearly need to change gears. Rohit Sharma has been the most successful skipper in the Indian Premier League, the victorious run even translated in the bilateral series, but it got all phased out when it mattered the most. India were first embarrassed in Asia Cup, then at the T20 World Cup stage. However, Hardik Pandya proving himself in his first-ever season as the skipper at Gujarat Titans, leading India to triumph in the T20I bilateral series vs Ireland and then being named as the skipper for the upcoming New Zealand T20I series is probably a hint at him being the best bet for the resenting Men in Blue.&nbsp; Also Read <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/t20-world-cup/chin-up-boys-gautam-gambhir-s-cryptic-post-appreciation-for-ms-dhoni-1668152257430">'...Chin up boys': Gautam Gambhir's cryptic post &amp; appreciation for MS Dhoni</a>

Ravichandran Ashwin surprised a few young boys on the street as he rolled his arm over in gully cricket.
The Indian off-spinner posted a video on Instagram where he can be seen bowling at some local lads. Ashwin captioned the video as 'nothing can beat area cricket.'
The 36-year-old is currently with Team India as he is part of the T20 squad. After series vs Australia and South Africa, Ashwin will fly Down Under for the T20 World Cup 2022 with the Rohit Sharma-led side.
Also read: ICC T20I Rankings: Suryakumar Yadav goes past Babar Azam, Hardik Pandya climbs to the 5th spot

Watch! Ravichandran Ashwin surprises young boys by playing street cricket 

Ravichandran Ashwin surprised a few young boys on the street as he rolled his arm over in gully cricket

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The Indian off-spinner posted a video on Instagram where he can be seen bowling at some local lads. Ashwin captioned the video as 'nothing can beat area cricket'

Ravichandran Ashwin surprised a few young boys on the street as he rolled his arm over in gully cricket.
The Indian off-spinner posted a video on Instagram where he can be seen bowling at some local lads. Ashwin captioned the video as 'nothing can beat area cricket.'
The 36-year-old is currently with Team India as he is part of the T20 squad. After series vs Australia and South Africa, Ashwin will fly Down Under for the T20 World Cup 2022 with the Rohit Sharma-led side.
Also read: <a title="ICC T20I Rankings: Suryakumar Yadav goes past Babar Azam, Hardik Pandya climbs to the 5th spot" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/icc-t20i-rankings-suryakumar-yadav-goes-past-babar-azam-hardik-pandya-climbs-to-the-5th-spot-1663752720698">ICC T20I Rankings: Suryakumar Yadav goes past Babar Azam, Hardik Pandya climbs to the 5th spot</a>

Ravichandran Ashwin's decision to walk back to the pavilion without getting dismissed in the match vs the Lucknow Super Giants raised a lot of questions. Why did he walk away? Was he injured? The commentators later informed that the cricketer decided to walk away as he decided to 'retire out' himself during the innings.
Also read: IPL 2022 points table after Rajasthan vs Lucknow match on April 10
Ashwin was batting at 28 off 23 as Rajasthan Royals were making a dash to end the innings on a high vs Lucknow. His 121.73 strike rate was good enough to rescue the team after being left reeling at 67/4 but was it good enough to complete the innings? Many social media users called the move against the spirit of the game but others understood why Ashwin decided to sacrifice his wicket for his team which was in need of quick runs.
Rajasthan Royals' director of cricket Kumar Sangakkara was in complete agreement with Ashwin's bold move. He said, "It was the right time to do that. (Ravichandran) Ashwin himself was asking from the field as well and we had discussed it just before that as to what we would do. I think as the coach, I got one call wrong in not sending Riyan Parag ahead of Rassie Van Der Dussen and holding Rassie a little bit back. We couldn't get the full benefit of Riyan, but I thought the way Ashwin handled that situation, walking in under pressure the way he batted, supported the team and then finally sacrificed himself in terms of being retired out, was magnificent". 
While Ashwin's partner Shimron Hetmeyer had no clue about the move, the law states that it is possible. According to the law, "A batter retires out if he retires without the umpire's permission and does not have the permission of the opposing captain to resume his innings. If such a return does not occur, the batter is marked as 'retired out' and this is considered a dismissal for the purposes of calculating a batting average."
Also read: IPL 2022, Match 20, RR vs LSG: Chahal, Hetmyer star as Rajasthan beat Lucknow by 3 runsThis was the 4th such occasion in the T20s when a batter has been 'retired out' but the first in the Indian Premier League's history. A revolutionary moment in IPL history as Ashwin achieved another first for himself after he was involved in running out his now teammate Jos Buttler at the non-striker's end a few years ago.
Given the margin of victory for Rajasthan was just 3 runs, Ashwin's decision might have won the Royals the match against Lucknow. A smart move that helped the Men in Pink go home with 2 invaluable points.
Get all live updates of IPL 2022 here

IPL 2022: LSG vs RR: Ravichandran Ashwin's retired out explained by Kumar Sangakkara

What Ravichandran Ashwin right? What was the impact of 'Retired out' on the game between Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan Royals? 

What is 'retired out' anyway? 

Editorji explains this bold move 

IPL 2022: Ravichandran Ashwin's retired out explained by Kumar Sangakkara

Ashwin&nbsp;decided to walk back to the pavilion in the middle of the innings without getting dismissed which left many cricket fans confused

Ravichandran Ashwin's decision to walk back to the pavilion without getting dismissed in the match vs the Lucknow Super Giants raised a lot of questions. Why did he walk away? Was he injured? The commentators later informed that the cricketer decided to walk away as he decided to 'retire out' himself during the innings.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-points-table-after-rajasthan-vs-lucknow-match-on-april-10-orange-and-purple-cap-holders-1649618480298" target="_blank">IPL 2022 points table after Rajasthan vs Lucknow match on April 10</a>
Ashwin was batting at 28 off 23 as Rajasthan Royals were making a dash to end the innings on a high vs Lucknow. His 121.73 strike rate was good enough to rescue the team after being left reeling at 67/4 but was it good enough to complete the innings? Many social media users called the move against the spirit of the game but others understood why Ashwin decided to sacrifice his wicket for his team which was in need of quick runs.
Rajasthan Royals' director of cricket Kumar Sangakkara was in complete agreement with Ashwin's bold move. He said, "It was the right time to do that. (Ravichandran) Ashwin himself was asking from the field as well and we had discussed it just before that as to what we would do. I think as the coach, I got one call wrong in not sending Riyan Parag ahead of Rassie Van Der Dussen and holding Rassie a little bit back. We couldn't get the full benefit of Riyan, but I thought the way Ashwin handled that situation, walking in under pressure the way he batted, supported the team and then finally sacrificed himself in terms of being retired out, was magnificent".
While Ashwin's partner Shimron Hetmeyer had no clue about the move, the law states that it is possible. According to the law, "A batter retires out if he retires without the umpire's permission and does not have the permission of the opposing captain to resume his innings. If such a return does not occur, the batter is marked as 'retired out' and this is considered a dismissal for the purposes of calculating a batting average."
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-match-20-rr-vs-lsg-chahal-hetmyer-star-as-rajasthan-beat-lucknow-by-3-runs-1649614154841" target="_blank">IPL 2022, Match 20, RR vs LSG: Chahal, Hetmyer star as Rajasthan beat Lucknow by 3 runs</a> This was the 4th such occasion in the T20s when a batter has been 'retired out' but the first in the Indian Premier League's history. A revolutionary moment in IPL history as Ashwin achieved another first for himself after he was involved in running out his now teammate Jos Buttler at the non-striker's end a few years ago.
Given the margin of victory for Rajasthan was just 3 runs, Ashwin's decision might have won the Royals the match against Lucknow. A smart move that helped the Men in Pink go home with 2 invaluable points.
<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl" target="_blank">Get all live updates of IPL&nbsp;2022 here</a>

Despite Faf du Plessis' appointment as Royal Challengers Bangalore's new captain, the talks of Virat Kohli returning as RCB captain are still doing the rounds. And the latest edition to this is Kohli's India teammate R Ashwin.
In a chat on his YouTube channel, Ashwin said Kohli has undergone a lot of stress as a captain in the last few years and RCB might re-appoint the Indian batting mainstay as their captain next season.
Also read: Ravi Shastri feels IPL 2022 best opportunity to unearth solid future captains
Ashwin supported his reasoning, saying, " Faf is more like towards the end of his IPL career and maybe, the former South African batter has two or three years of cricket left in him."
After switching to two IPL franchises in the past three seasons, Ashwin will represent Rajasthan Royals in this year's IPL. Rajasthan bought Ashwin for Rs 5 crore during IPL 2022 Mega Auctions

IPL 2022: Virat Kohli will return as RCB captain next season, predicts Ashwin

India's premier off-spinner R Ashwin feels Kohli might return as RCB's captain next season

Details about the Shocking claim in the video below 

IPL 2022: Will Virat Kohli return as RCB captain next season?

Despite Faf du Plessis' appointment as Royal Challengers Bangalore's new captain, the talks of Virat Kohli returning as RCB captain are still doing the rounds. And the latest edition to this is Kohli's India teammate R Ashwin.
In a chat on his YouTube channel, Ashwin said Kohli has undergone a lot of stress as a captain in the last few years but&nbsp;RCB might re-appoint the Indian batting mainstay as their captain next season.
Ashwin supported his reasoning by saying, "Faf is more like towards the end of his IPL career and maybe, the former South African batter has two or three years of cricket left in him."
After switching two IPL franchises in the past three seasons, Ashwin will represent Rajasthan Royals in this year's IPL. Rajasthan bought Ashwin for Rs 5 crore during IPL 2022 Mega Auctions

Despite Faf du Plessis' appointment as Royal Challengers Bangalore's new captain, the talks of Virat Kohli returning as RCB captain are still doing the rounds

Despite Faf du Plessis' appointment as <a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-check-rcb-s-full-schedule-predicted-playing-11-players-list-their-salaries-here-1647929699223">Royal Challengers Bangalore's</a> new captain, the talks of Virat Kohli returning as RCB captain are still doing the rounds. And the latest edition to this is Kohli's India teammate R Ashwin.
In a chat on his YouTube channel, Ashwin said Kohli has undergone a lot of stress as a captain in the last few years but&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sportsblog/ipl/ipl-2022-live-score-score-rcb-vs-kkr-updates-royal-challengers-bangalore-vs-kolkata-knight-riders-live-news-53" target="_blank">RCB </a>might re-appoint the Indian batting mainstay as their captain next season.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ravi-shastri-feels-ipl-2022-best-opportunity-to-unearth-solid-future-captains-1648002184111" target="_blank">Ravi Shastri feels IPL 2022 best opportunity to unearth solid future captains</a>
Ashwin supported his reasoning by saying, "Faf is more like towards the end of his IPL career and maybe, the former South African batter has two or three years of cricket left in him."
After switching two IPL franchises in the past three seasons, Ashwin will represent Rajasthan Royals in this year's IPL. Rajasthan bought Ashwin for Rs 5 crore during IPL 2022 Mega Auctions

CricBait | Ravindra Jadeja&rsquo;s fitting tribute to Shane Warne as he puts Team India in total control vs Sri Lanka on Day 2. Yash Chawla speaks to Shubham Mishra, Ikpreet Singh &amp; Archeet Nayar
After losing 4 crucial wickets in the last session of Day 2, Sri Lanka will be needing a great deal of grit and resilience on Day 3 of the 1st Test against India to avoid a big defeat at Mohali.
At stumps on Day 2, Sri&nbsp;Lanka were reeling at 108-4 with Pathum Nissanka and Charith Asalanka on the crease.
Dimuth Karunaratne and Lahiru Thirimanne provided the visitors with a steady start after India declared their first innings on 574-8 at tea.
Also read:&nbsp;IND vs SL 1st Test: Ravindra Jadeja smashes his second century in Test cricket
The spin duo of Ashwin and Jadeja then removed both the openers in quick succession. With Angelo Mathews and Pathum Nissanka at the crease, Sri Lanka hoped of no more casualty. But Bumrah produced a fiery spell in the last hour of play and trapped Mathews in front of the wicket.
Ravichandran Ashwin got the wicket of Dhananjaya de Silva five overs later to put the Islanders in a spot of bother going into Day 3.
Earlier, Ravindra Jadeja produced a masterclass with the bat and scored an unbeaten 175 before Rohit Sharma decided to declare at 574/8.
Also read:&nbsp;IND vs SL 1st Test: Team India score their 1st 500+ total after 42 innings

CricBait | Ravindra Jadeja’s fitting tribute to Shane Warne, puts Team India in total control on Day 2

CricBait | Ravindra Jadeja’s fitting tribute to Shane Warne as he puts Team India in total control vs Sri Lanka on Day 2. Yash Chawla speaks to Shubham Mishra, Ikpreet Singh & Archeet Nayar


Sri Lanka&nbsp;would be hoping that their overnight batters&nbsp;Nissanka and Asalanka&nbsp;put up a big stand as the visitors are still trailing by 466 runs at Stumps on Day 2

CricBait | Ravindra Jadeja&rsquo;s fitting tribute to Shane Warne as he puts Team India in total control vs Sri Lanka on Day 2. Yash Chawla speaks to Shubham Mishra, Ikpreet Singh &amp; Archeet Nayar
After losing 4 crucial wickets in the last session of Day 2, Sri Lanka will be needing a great deal of grit and resilience on Day 3 of the 1st Test against India to avoid a big defeat at Mohali.
At stumps on Day 2, Sri&nbsp;Lanka were reeling at 108-4 with Pathum Nissanka and Charith Asalanka on the crease.
Dimuth Karunaratne and Lahiru Thirimanne provided the visitors with a steady start after India declared their first innings on 574-8 at tea.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-ravindra-jadeja-smashes-century-on-day-2-1646459793281" target="_blank">IND vs SL 1st Test: Ravindra Jadeja smashes his second century in Test cricket</a>
The spin duo of Ashwin and Jadeja then removed both the openers in quick succession. With Angelo Mathews and Pathum Nissanka at the crease, Sri Lanka hoped of no more casualty. But Bumrah produced a fiery spell in the last hour of play and trapped Mathews in front of the wicket.
Ravichandran Ashwin got the wicket of Dhananjaya de Silva five overs later to put the Islanders in a spot of bother going into Day 3.
Earlier, Ravindra Jadeja produced a masterclass with the bat and scored an unbeaten 175 before Rohit Sharma decided to declare at 574/8.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-sl-1st-test-team-india-score-their-1st-500-total-after-42-innings-1646474664464" target="_blank">IND vs SL 1st Test: Team India score their 1st 500+ total after 42 innings</a>

After a brilliant performance in the Cape Town Test against South Africa, India's former Test captain Virat Kohli climbed two spots on ICC Test rankings to the seventh spot.
Meanwhile, India white-ball captain Rohit Sharma, who missed the South Africa tour due to hamstring injury, remained at the 5th spot as Marnus Labuschagne, Joe Root and Kane Williamson are the top three batters on the list.
On the bowlers' list, Jasprit Bumrah entered the list of top 10 bowlers in Tests. R Ashwin at second spot is the other Indian bowler in the ICC Test bowlers ranking with Pat Cummins at the top.
Also read: 1st anniversary of Team India's historic triumph at the Gabba & series win in Australia

ICC Test Rankings: Virat Kohli jumps two spots to 7th position; Bumrah enters bowlers' top 10 list

After a brilliant performance in the Cape Town Test against South Africa,  Virat Kohli climbed two spots on ICC Test rankings to the seventh spot. Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma remains at 5th spot despite missing the South Africa Tests

After a brilliant performance in the Cape Town Test against South Africa, India's former Test captain Virat Kohli climbed two spots on ICC Test rankings to the seventh spot.
Meanwhile, India white-ball captain Rohit Sharma, who missed the South Africa tour due to hamstring injury, remained at the 5th spot as Marnus Labuschagne, Joe Root and Kane Williamson are the top three batters on the list.
On the bowlers' list, Jasprit Bumrah entered the list of top 10 bowlers in Tests. R Ashwin at second spot is the other Indian bowler in the ICC Test bowlers rankings with Pat Cummins at the top.

After a brilliant performance in the Cape Town Test against South Africa, India's former Test captain Virat Kohli climbed two spots on ICC Test rankings to the seventh spot

After a brilliant performance in the Cape Town Test against South Africa, India's former Test captain Virat Kohli climbed two spots on ICC Test rankings to the seventh spot.
Meanwhile, India white-ball captain Rohit Sharma, who missed the South Africa tour due to hamstring injury, remained at the 5th spot as Marnus Labuschagne, Joe Root and Kane Williamson are the top three batters on the list.
On the bowlers' list, Jasprit Bumrah entered the list of top 10 bowlers in Tests. R Ashwin at second spot is the other Indian bowler in the ICC Test bowlers rankings with Pat Cummins at the top.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/1st-anniversary-of-team-india-s-historic-triumph-at-the-gabba-series-win-in-australia-1642568932041" target="_blank">1st anniversary of Team India's historic triumph at the Gabba &amp; series win in Australia</a>

After a successful comeback to the T20I, Ravichandran Ashwin is likely to be included in India's ODIs squad for the South Africa series in January 2022

R Ashwin likely to make an ODI comeback vs South Africa: reports

After a successful comeback to the T20I, Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin is likely to be included in India's ODIs&nbsp;squad for the South Africa series.&nbsp;
According to a report in Cricbuzz, selectors are all set to bring him back when they name India's squad for the series in January. Ashwin&nbsp;has been out of the ODI set-up ever since the management put their trust in the spin duo of Yuzvendra&nbsp;Chahal and Kuldeep&nbsp;Yadav in 2017.&nbsp;
The report added that Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja, who missed the Test series due to a forearm&nbsp;injury, is likely to miss the ODI&nbsp;series as well. In his absence,&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;might join Axar&nbsp;Patel and Chahal&nbsp;in the squad. The off-spinner made a surprise comeback to the T20 set-up when he was selected for the T20 World Cup in the UAE.

After a successful comeback to the T20I, Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin is likely to be included in India's ODIs&nbsp;squad for the South Africa series in January 2022

After a successful comeback to the T20I, Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin is likely to be included in India's ODIs&nbsp;squad for the South Africa series.&nbsp;
According to a report in Cricbuzz, selectors are all set to bring him back when they name India's squad for the series in January. Ashwin&nbsp;has been out of the ODI set-up ever since the management put their trust in the spin duo of Yuzvendra&nbsp;Chahal and Kuldeep&nbsp;Yadav in 2017.&nbsp;
The report added that Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja, who missed the Test series due to a forearm&nbsp;injury, is likely to miss the ODI&nbsp;series as well. In his absence,&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;might join Axar&nbsp;Patel and Chahal&nbsp;in the squad. The off-spinner made a surprise comeback to the T20 set-up when he was selected for the T20 World Cup in the UAE.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="IND vs SA: Rohit Sharma clears preliminary fitness Test, likely to be available for ODIs" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-sa-rohit-sharma-clears-preliminary-fitness-test-likely-to-be-available-for-odis-1640509137624" target="_blank">IND vs SA: Rohit Sharma clears preliminary fitness Test, likely to be available for ODIs</a>

India's spin maestro Ravichandran Ashwin who is currently in South Africa got a bolt from the blues when former head coach Ravi Shastri's said that KUldeep Yadav was Ind

Ashwin recalls Ravi Shastri's remark that 'absolutely crushed' him

Like every other player, Ashwin who has had a fantastic 2021 had a rough patch in his career. The spin maestro recalls Ravi Shastri's remarks during the 2019 historic win vs Australia that absolutely crushed him.

Ashwin&nbsp;disclosed that due to the recurring injuries he played the first Test in excruciating pain. Despite&nbsp;this, he managed to take 3 wickets in each innings of the first Test&nbsp;that India won.

India's spin maestro&nbsp;Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;who is currently in South Africa revealed that he was stunned when former head coach Ravi&nbsp;Shastri's said that Kuldeep&nbsp;Yadav&nbsp;was India's lead overseas spinner after he took 5 wickets in 2019 against Australia. Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/ind-vs-sa-bumrah-can-exploit-spicy-sa-conditions-pretty-well-feels-dean-elgar-1640142224180">Ind vs SA: Bumrah can exploit spicy SA conditions pretty well, feels Dean Elgar</a> Like every other player, Ashwin&nbsp;who has had a fantastic 2021 had a rough patch in his career, however, the remark from the then coach and comparisons with other players frustrated him. Recalling&nbsp;India's historic series win Down Under&nbsp;to ESPNCricinfo, the cricketer revealed that though he was genuinely happy with Kuldeep&nbsp;Yadav's&nbsp;achievement, Ravi&nbsp;Shastri's&nbsp;remarks absolutely crushed him. I felt I was being thrown under the bus, he said.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Ashwin&nbsp;also disclosed that due to the recurring injuries he played the first Test in excruciating pain. Despite&nbsp;this, he managed to take 3 wickets in each innings of the first Test&nbsp;that India won.

The debate over who should be India's first-choice spinner in the Test series in South Africa won't bother the management now as Ravichandran Ashwin is likely to play all the 3 Tests in the absence of an injured Ravindra Jadeja.
While the off-spinner would take the field to help his side try and register its first-ever Test series win in the Rainbow Nation, Ashwin is also nearing a personal but huge milestone. 
Ashwin took his wickets tally in Tests to 427 during the home Test series against New Zealand and is now the 3rd-highest wicket-taker for India in whites. Interestingly, the off-spinner has played 3 Tests in South Africa so far and has picked 7 scalps. The same number of wickets that the 35-year-old needs to equal the great Kapil Dev and become India's joint 2nd-most successful bowler in Test cricket.
Since Ashwin is expected to play all 3 Tests on the tour, the probability of this happening is very high.
Also read: 'The harder I tried, the farther it felt': when Ashwin almost gave up cricket

IND vs SA Tests: a huge record awaits Ashwin as Team India gets set to take on South Africa

A huge milestone awaits Ashwin during the Test series in South Africa as the off-spinner is just 8 wickets away from becoming the 2nd-most successful Indian bowler in Test cricket

The debate over who should be India's first-choice spinner in the Test series in South&nbsp;Africa won't bother the management now as Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;is likely to play all the 3 Tests in the absence of an injured Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja.
While the off-spinner would take the field to help his side try and register its first-ever Test series win in the Rainbow Nation, Ashwin&nbsp;is also nearing a personal but huge milestone.&nbsp;
Ashwin&nbsp;took his wickets tally in Tests to 427 during the home Test series against New Zealand&nbsp;and is now the 3rd-highest wicket-taker for India in whites. Interestingly, the off-spinner has played 3 Tests in South Africa so far and has picked 7 scalps. The same number of wickets that the 35-year-old needs to&nbsp;equal the great Kapil Dev and become India's joint 2nd-most successful bowler in Test cricket.

A huge milestone awaits Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin during the Test series in South Africa as the off-spinner is just 8 wickets away from becoming the 2nd-most successful Indian bowler in Test cricket

The debate over who should be India's first-choice spinner in the Test series in South&nbsp;Africa won't bother the management now as Ravichandran&nbsp;Ashwin&nbsp;is likely to play all the 3 Tests in the absence of an injured Ravindra&nbsp;Jadeja.
While the off-spinner would take the field to help his side try and register its first-ever Test series win in the Rainbow Nation, Ashwin&nbsp;is also nearing a personal but huge milestone.&nbsp;
Ashwin&nbsp;took his wickets tally in Tests to 427 during the home Test series against New Zealand&nbsp;and is now the 3rd-highest wicket-taker for India in whites. Interestingly, the off-spinner has played 3 Tests in South Africa so far and has picked 7 scalps. The same number of wickets that the 35-year-old needs to&nbsp;equal the great Kapil Dev and become India's joint 2nd-most successful bowler in Test cricket.
Also read:&nbsp;<a title="'The harder I tried, the farther it felt': when Ashwin almost gave up cricket" href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/cricket/the-harder-i-tried-the-farther-it-felt-when-ashwin-almost-gave-up-cricket-1640068342416" target="_blank">'The harder I tried, the farther it felt': when Ashwin almost gave up cricket</a>

Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that he almost gave up and thought of retiring from cricket in 2018.
During a chat with ESPNcricinfo, Ashwin said that between 2018 and 2020, he contemplated giving up the sport at various points. 'I thought, I have put in a lot of effort, but it is not coming through. The harder I tried, the farther it felt,' added the off-spinner. Ashwin also revealed that he used to be gasping for breath after bowling just 6 balls. There would be pain all over the place and he needed to make adjustments.
Ashwin added that another reason why he was thinking of retiring was that people were not sensitive enough to his injuries. 'I felt like a lot of people were backed, why not me? I felt I was not being able to be excellent and felt I needed a shoulder to lean on, he further stated.
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'The harder I tried, the farther it felt': when Ashwin almost gave up cricket

'The harder I tried, the farther it felt'
Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that he almost gave up and thought of retiring from cricket at various points between 2018-2020

Ravichandran Ashwin&nbsp;revealed that he almost gave up and thought of retiring from cricket in 2018.
During a chat with ESPNcricinfo, Ashwin&nbsp;said that between 2018 and 2020, he contemplated giving up the sport at various points. 'I thought, I have put in a lot of effort, but it is not coming through. The harder I tried, the farther it felt,' added the off-spinner. Ashwin&nbsp;also revealed that he used to be gasping for breath after bowling just 6 balls. There would be pain all over the place and he needed to make adjustments.
Ashwin&nbsp;added that another reason why he was thinking of retiring was that people were not sensitive enough to his injuries. 'I felt like a lot of people were backed, why not me? I felt I was not being able to be excellent and felt I needed a shoulder to lean on, he further stated.

Ravichandran Ashwin&nbsp;revealed that he almost gave up and thought of retiring from cricket at various points between 2018-2020

Ravichandran Ashwin&nbsp;revealed that he almost gave up and thought of retiring from cricket in 2018.
During a chat with ESPNcricinfo, Ashwin&nbsp;said that between 2018 and 2020, he contemplated giving up the sport at various points. 'I thought, I have put in a lot of effort, but it is not coming through. The harder I tried, the farther it felt,' added the off-spinner. Ashwin&nbsp;also revealed that he used to be gasping for breath after bowling just 6 balls. There would be pain all over the place and he needed to make adjustments.
Ashwin&nbsp;added that another reason why he was thinking of retiring was that people were not sensitive enough to his injuries. 'I felt like a lot of people were backed, why not me? I felt I was not being able to be excellent and felt I needed a shoulder to lean on, he further stated.
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Despite R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's monumental efforts, Team India was denied victory as the first Test of the 2 match Test series vs New Zealand ended in a draw.

Rahul Dravid explains why R Ashwin is an 'absolute match-winner'   

Despite R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's&nbsp;monumental efforts, Team India was denied victory as the first Test of the 2 match Test series vs New Zealand ended in a draw.

Despite R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja's&nbsp;monumental efforts, Team India was denied victory as the first Test of the 2 match Test series vs New Zealand ended in a draw. However, head coach Rahul Dravid&nbsp;had some high praises for the senior bowler, who along with Jadeja&nbsp;collected 7 wickets on the final day. During the Test, the Tamil Nadu based-cricketer took over former cricketer&nbsp;Harbhajan&nbsp;Singh&nbsp;to become India's third-highest wicket-taker in Test format.&nbsp;&nbsp; Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-2022-retention-live-streaming-when-and-where-to-watch-full-list-of-retainees-1638251452463">IPL 2022 retention live streaming, When and where to watch, full list of probable retainees&nbsp;</a> Calling him an absolute match-winner, Dravid&nbsp;credited Ashwin&nbsp;for keeping India alive in the game and went on to say that constantly being threatening on wickets like this is a tribute to his skills and ability.&nbsp; Ashwin who has now collected a total of 419 wickets in 80 Tests has surpassed Singh&nbsp;who took 417 wickets in 103 Tests.&nbsp;

New Zealand spoil India's party with a batting masterclass and draws the Kanpur Test. India fail to take all 10 Kiwi wickets in the 2nd innings

CricBait | NZL put up a batting show, draws the 1st Test vs India

CricBait | New Zealand spoil India's party with a batting masterclass and draws the Kanpur Test. India fail to take all 10 Kiwi wickets in the 2nd innings as NZL register its 1st draw in India since Nov 2011. @lav_vaid speaks to @BoredCricket and Khyati Patel

CricBait&nbsp;| New Zealand spoil India's party with a batting masterclass and draws the Kanpur Test. India fail to take all 10 Kiwi wickets in the 2nd innings as NZL register its 1st draw in India since Nov 2011. Lav Vaid chats with Gaurav Sethi and Khyati Patel

CricBait |&nbsp;New Zealand spoil India's party with a batting masterclass and draws the Kanpur Test. India fail to take all 10 Kiwi wickets in the 2nd innings as NZL register its 1st draw in India since Nov 2011.

Not many gave New Zealand a fighting chance to last all 5 days in a Test match in India but against all odds, the Kiwis put up a batting masterclass to hold the hosts to a dramatic draw in the 1st Test.
Let's take a look at what helped the Kiwis register their first draw on the Indian soil since November 2010. 
Tom Latham is known to frustrate Team India and he did that once again. India was looking to get the visitors out cheaply in the 1st innings which was denied to them by Latham's 282-ball-95. He stitched a 151-run opening stand with Will Young as the Kiwis saw off Day 2 without any hiccup. In the 2nd innings, Latham scored a match-saving half-century and played out 146 balls.
When India needed 9 wickets to win on the final day, Latham and nightwatchman William Somerville batted through the 1st session, as India went into lunch without any success. 
But New Zealand had a batting collapse and it seemed that India would pull off a thrilling win but New Zealand's 10th wicket pair played out 52 balls to deny India victory. Debutant Rachin Ravindra played out 91 balls to save the Test for his side. 
The draw might be no less than a win for the Blackcaps but the 2-match series is still locked at 0-0, making the 2nd and final Test very crucial
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New Zealand's batting masterclass deny India a win in Kanpur, series locked at 0-0

Not many gave New Zealand a fighting chance to last all 5 days in a Test match in India but against all odds, the Kiwis put up a batting masterclass to hold the hosts to a dramatic draw in the 1st Test

Not many gave New Zealand&nbsp;a fighting chance to last all 5 days in a Test match in India but against all odds, the Kiwis put up a batting masterclass to hold the hosts to a dramatic draw in the 1st Test.
Let's take a look at what helped the Kiwis register their first draw on the Indian soil since November 2010.&nbsp;
Tom Latham&nbsp;is known to frustrate Team India and he did that once again. India was looking to get the visitors out cheaply in the 1st innings which was denied to them by&nbsp;Latham's&nbsp;282-ball-95. He stitched a 151-run opening stand with Will Young as the Kiwis saw off Day 2 without any hiccup.&nbsp;In the 2nd innings, Latham&nbsp;scored a match-saving half-century and played out 146 balls.
When India needed 9 wickets to win on the final day,&nbsp;Latham and nightwatchman William Somerville&nbsp;batted through the 1st session, as India went into lunch without any success.&nbsp;
But New Zealand&nbsp;had a batting collapse and it seemed that India would pull off a thrilling win but New Zealand's&nbsp;10th wicket pair played out 52 balls to deny India victory. Debutant&nbsp;Rachin Ravindra&nbsp;played out 91 balls to save the Test for his side.&nbsp;
The draw might be no less than a win for the Blackcaps&nbsp;but the 2-match series is still locked at 0-0, making the 2nd and final Test very crucial

Not many gave New Zealand&nbsp;a fighting chance to last all 5 days in a Test match in India but against all odds, the Kiwis put up a batting masterclass to hold the hosts to a dramatic draw in the 1st Test

Not many gave New Zealand&nbsp;a fighting chance to last all 5 days in a Test match in India but against all odds, the Kiwis put up a batting masterclass to hold the hosts to a dramatic draw in the 1st Test.
Let's take a look at what helped the Kiwis register their first draw on the Indian soil since November 2010.&nbsp;
Tom Latham&nbsp;is known to frustrate Team India and he did that once again. India was looking to get the visitors out cheaply in the 1st innings which was denied to them by&nbsp;Latham's&nbsp;282-ball-95. He stitched a 151-run opening stand with Will Young as the Kiwis saw off Day 2 without any hiccup.&nbsp;In the 2nd innings, Latham&nbsp;scored a match-saving half-century and played out 146 balls.
When India needed 9 wickets to win on the final day,&nbsp;Latham and nightwatchman William Somerville&nbsp;batted through the 1st session, as India went into lunch without any success.&nbsp;
But New Zealand&nbsp;had a batting collapse and it seemed that India would pull off a thrilling win but New Zealand's&nbsp;10th wicket pair played out 52 balls to deny India victory. Debutant&nbsp;Rachin Ravindra&nbsp;played out 91 balls to save the Test for his side.&nbsp;
The draw might be no less than a win for the Blackcaps&nbsp;but the 2-match series is still locked at 0-0, making the 2nd and final Test very crucial
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