Ashwin Speaking (Source: BCCI.TV)
Social media was dominated by the reactions to Ravichandran Ashwin’s surprise retirement announcement today. Current and former players paid tributes to the veteran off-spinner who is no longer going to take part in any international competition.
Check out the top tweets of the day here:
Ash, it’s been such a pleasure to play alongside and against you. This innings together with you remains one of my fondest memories, we gave everything out there. Wishing you the best in your retirement ❤️❤️❤️ @ashwinravi99 pic.twitter.com/KbUxaqvUJy
— Shreyas Iyer (@ShreyasIyer15) December 18, 2024
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. I’ve enjoyed every bit of the journey with you ash, your skill and match winning contributions to Indian… pic.twitter.com/QGQ2Z7pAgc
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) December 18, 2024
It’s truly been an honour and a privilege to play with you and share the dressing room with you. The way you are on and off the field is remarkable. You are someone I have always looked upto. Congratulations Ash on a wonderful career, the impact you’ve had on cricket in India and… pic.twitter.com/hlM1Lz5XbK
— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) December 18, 2024
Thanks @ashwinravi99 .. Have loved watching you play for India .. 👍
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) December 18, 2024
From every spell bowled to every wicket taken, @ashwinravi99 has set new benchmarks for Indian cricket. A true master of your craft and a champion on the field. Wishing you nothing but success in all your future endeavors, Ash! You’ll always be a legend! 🙏🏽
— Bhuvneshwar Kumar (@BhuviOfficial) December 18, 2024
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. Best wishes for the second innings. pic.twitter.com/N3cils9kDY
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 18, 2024
One of the greatest to play the game for our country! It has been a pleasure to watch you win games over the years Ash bhai. Wish you the best at everything that lies ahead. @ashwinravi99 pic.twitter.com/dCRTyy92O5
— Jaydev Unadkat (@JUnadkat) December 18, 2024
Ashwin, I’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’s finest match-winners has been… pic.twitter.com/XawHfacaUh
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 18, 2024
Ash bhai , Playing alongside you has been an incredible journey, both on and off the field. I have had the privilege of sharing countless moments with you, from dressing rooms to training sessions and those discussions between series have been invaluable for my growth pic.twitter.com/gnls8dOvGk
— Kuldeep yadav (@imkuldeep18) December 18, 2024