R Ashwin: Ravichandran Ashwin, a remarkably skilled player in the annals of Indian cricket, has shared his thoughts on retirement. Ashwin emphatically condemned the current culture that deems a lavish farewell inappropriate and stated that retirement is a player’s individual choice and doesn’t need any spectacle.
His 537 Test wickets and exceptional displays in Tests have secured him an esteemed position in the annals of Indian cricket history. Nonetheless, he thinks this shouldn’t be interpreted as an indication that he requires a unique farewell. “Lavish farewell celebrations are inappropriate… it disrespects the spirit of cricket to have a match in my honor,” he explained.
Ashwin, stating that he will view his retirement as a natural process, thinks that a player’s legacy should be based on their performances. “A player’s accomplishments ought to be documented in his records, not in his farewell events,” he explained.
His remarks have shocked the cricketing community. Ashwin’s unexpected departure has ignited additional discussion. The question of whether a grand farewell is needed is one worth examining in contemporary cricket.
R Ashwin’s cricket career
Ashwin ranks as the second leading wicket-taker in Test matches, following Anil Kumble. Kumble claimed 619 wickets in Test matches. Ashwin’s declaration is surprising since he was at the forefront of the Indian spin attack on home grounds. It is surprising to abruptly decide to retire after arriving in Australia. Ashwin has achieved 37 five-wicket hauls in Test matches, the highest by any Indian bowler. Kumble follows next. Kumble achieved five wickets in a single innings 35 times in Test matches. In total, the highest number of five-wicket hauls in an innings is secured by Sri Lanka’s Muttiah Muralitharan. He performed this action 67 times. Ashwin shares the second position with Shane Warne.