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BCCI top brass including President Roger Binny pays tributes to Ravichandran Ashwin who announced retirement from international cricket on Wednesday.
Ravichandran Ashwin took 765 wickets during his international career. (BCCI Photo)
BCCI president Roger Binny has called Ravichandran Ashwin a perfect role model for young cricketers after the offspinner announced his international retirement on Wednesday and thus bringing an end to his India career that lasted 14 years.
“Ashwin’s brilliance has been a cornerstone of Indian cricket’s success over the years,” Binny said in a statement. “From being a prodigious talent to becoming one of the greatest off-spinners in cricketing history, his achievements are a source of immense pride. He redefined spin bowling and always sought to stay ahead of the curve. Ashwin is a perfect role model for young cricketers. I thank him for his invaluable contributions to Indian cricket.”
Since his international debut in 2010, Ashwin went on to take 537 wickets in 106 Tests, 156 wickets in 116 ODIs and 72 scalps in 65 T20Is. He was part of the Indian team that won the 2011 ODI World Cup.
“Ashwin’s journey is a testament to the heights that dedication and passion can achieve. His ability to think ahead of the game has been a tremendous asset to Indian cricket. In Ashwin, we’ve witnessed a bowler who didn’t just take wickets but dismantled batting strategies. His approach to the game, combined with his exceptional skills, has made him one of the most respected cricketers of his generation. I congratulate him on an outstanding career,” said BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla.
Ashwin was also key to India winning the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy as he defended 15 runs in the last over of the summit clash against England in Birmingham.
“His ability to reinvent himself, develop new bowling variations, and consistently perform at the highest level makes him a true legend. His extraordinary career serves as an example for future generations of cricketers who will undoubtedly look up to him as an ideal role model,” said BCCI Joint Secretary Devajit Saikia.
