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Indian Cricket: Ashwin’s shocking statement on retirement, when forced to sit on the bench outside the subcontinent
Samira Vishwas | August 22, 2025 3:24 PM CST

News India Live, Digital Desk: Indian Cricket: India’s experienced off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has made a big disclosure on his cricket career and the possibilities of retirement, especially when he had to sit out of the team. Ashwin said that whenever Team India used to play outside the subcontinent and they did not get a chance, they had to be deeply self -conscious. He started considering what is the meaning of continuing to play cricket if he is unable to contribute to the team, for which he has dedicated his entire life. Ashwin explained in detail how the constant ignoring in the series outside the subcontinent affected his mental health. In particular, when he did not find a place in the final XI in the World Test Championship Final in England and then in the four -match Test series, he was very disappointed. These disappointing experiences pushed him closer to retirement. He used to question himself again and again, “I just have to sit out, what am I doing?” However, Ashwin got strong support from his family, coaches and well-wishers. He struggled to recover from this challenging time and again thrown himself into the game. He knew that if he chose to stay out of the field, he would always regret that he stopped trying. It was important for him to believe that the time for his contribution to the team had not yet come. He focused on his performance on the field and ensured that whenever he got a chance, he stayed in his best form. Has taken more than 700 wickets in international cricket and Ashwin, an important member of the Indian bowling lineup, has proved that he is a world -class bowler. Their ideas highlight the challenges of players who consistently compete with mental pressure while competing at the top level. His story is a strong example of perseverance and flexibility in sports.


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