Cricket-India's 'carrom ball' champion Ashwin bows out of international cricket


  • Cricket
  • Wednesday, 18 Dec 2024

FILE PHOTO: Cricket - Fourth Test - India v England - JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi, India - February 25, 2024 India's Ravichandran Ashwin celebrates after taking the caught and bowled wicket of England's Ben Foakes REUTERS/Amit Dave/File Photo

(Reuters) -Batters around the world heaved a sigh of relief on Wednesday as Ravichandran Ashwin brought down the curtain on an international career that saw the India spinner take more than 500 test wickets with an arsenal that included the dreaded 'carrom ball'.

The 38-year-old was not selected for the opening test against Australia in Perth but returned to the side for the day-night second match in Adelaide, where he took one wicket.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Cricket

Cricket-India beat New Zealand in first ODI as Kohli misses out on ton
Cricket-India's Pant ruled out of New Zealand ODI series
Cricket-India captain Gill targets New Zealand ODI series after injury woes
Cricket-Bangladesh players act normal despite controversies, says Shanto
Cricket-Australia's Head to skip Big Bash to prepare for T20 World Cup
Cricket-Head, Smith earn praise as Australian media revel in Ashes win
Cricket-India's Varma out for three weeks after surgery for groin issue
Cricket-England's Brook apologises for altercation with nightclub bouncer
Cricket-Business as usual for adaptable Australia despite absences
Cricket-Stokes backs McCullum but accepts England need fresh approach

Others Also Read