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Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting icon Virat Kohli paid emotional tribute to Ravichandran Ashwin as the legendary player brought an end to his illustrious international career. Ashwin finished his career as India’s second highest wicket-taker in Tests.
After their announcement, Virat Kohli took to his social media to write an emotional post for Ravichandran Ashwin, remembering their 14 years of playing together. Kohli praised Ashwin’s unmatched skills and contributions to Indian cricket, calling him a true legend.
Virat Kohli pays emotional tribute to Ravichandran Ashwin after his retirement from international cricket
The former Indian captain wished Ashwin the best for his future with his family and expressed immense respect and gratitude for their journey together at the highest level. The right-handed batsman also mentioned that Ashwin, who was the leader of India’s spin attack under Kohli’s captaincy, will always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket.
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Speaking to I’ve enjoyed every part of the journey with you, Ash. Your match-winning skills and contributions to Indian cricket are second to none and you will always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket. I wish you nothing but the best in your life with your family and everything that unfolds for you. With enormous respect and much love for you and your loved ones. Thanks for everything, friend. ❤️🇮🇳 @ashwinravi99.”
I’ve played with you for 14 years and when you told me today that you were retiring, I got a little emotional and had flashbacks of all those years playing together. I have enjoyed every part of the journey with you Ash, your skill and your contributions to winning matches in India… pic.twitter.com/QGQ2Z7pAgc
-Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) December 18, 2024
Gautam Gambhir calls Ravichandran Ashwin an inspiration for future generations of bowlers
Meanwhile, Gautam Gambhir praised Ravichandran Ashwin and said it was a privilege to witness his journey from a young bowler to a legend of modern cricket. The Indian head coach also believes that future bowlers will look to Ashwin for inspiration and said that he will be deeply missed.
Gautam Gambhir posted on I know generations of bowlers to come will say that I became a bowler because of Ashwin! We will miss you, brother! ❤️ @ashwinravi99”
The privilege of watching you go from a young bowler to a legend of modern cricket is something I wouldn’t trade for the world! I know generations of bowlers to come will say that I became a bowler because of Ashwin! We will miss you brother! ❤️ @ashwinravi99 pic.twitter.com/fuATAjE8aw
– Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) December 18, 2024
To be continued….
