File photo of Virat Kohli and R Ashwin© BCCI/Sportzpix
As the cricket world flooded social media with tributes for him Ravichandran AshwinA post from Virat Kohli stood out. The Kohli-Ashwin duo formed the backbone of India’s Test team in the last decade, conjuring up many memories together as two ever-dependable pillars. As soon as Ashwin decided to retire from international cricket after the conclusion of the Brisbane Test against Australia, Kohli naturally became emotional. He also shared a sweet post for the retired spinner on social media, remembering his early days. Responding to Kohli’s post, Ashwin summed up the bond between them.
“I have played with you for 14 years and when you told me that you were retiring today, it made me a little emotional and the memories of playing with you all those years came flooding back to me. I have enjoyed the entire journey with you. Have taken.” You hope, 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 to you in your life with your family and everything related to it. . With great respect, Kohli had written on X (formerly Twitter), lots of love to you and your close ones. Thanks for everything friend.
In response, Ashwin wrote, “Thanks friend! As I told you, I will come with you to bat at the MCG.”
Thanks friend! As I told you, I will come with you to bat at the MCG https://t.co/ebM3j8PPrK
– Ashwin (@ashwinravi99) 20 December 2024
Soon after the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Brisbane ended in a draw at the Gabba on Wednesday, Ashwin announced his decision to retire from international cricket with immediate effect in the post-match press conference, ending his 14-year-long career. Done. He is playing for India in all formats. Ashwin will now fly to Chennai with two Tests remaining in the ongoing series against Australia.
With IANS inputs
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