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Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin called it a day from international cricket after the conclusion of the third Test against Australia in Brisbane on Wednesday.
He shared this decision during the post-match press conference alongside captain Rohit Sharma after the game ended in a draw.
Ashwin had participated in the second Test of the five-match series in Adelaide but was replaced by Ravindra Jadeja for the Brisbane encounter.
The 38-year-old will now go down as one of the greatest Indian spinners of all-time and he finished his career in style by ranking among the top 10 leading wicket takers in the history of Test cricket.
Top 10 Leading Wicket-Takers In Test Cricket
| Player | Matches | Wickets | Economy | 5-Wicket Hauls | 10-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muttiah Muralitharan (SL) | 133 | 800 | 2.47 | 67 | 22 |
| Shane Warne (AUS) | 145 | 708 | 2.65 | 37 | 10 |
| James Anderson (ENG) | 188 | 704 | 2.79 | 32 | 3 |
| Anil Kumble (IND) | 132 | 619 | 2.69 | 35 | 8 |
| Stuart Broad (ENG) | 167 | 604 | 2.97 | 20 | 3 |
| Glenn McGrath (AUS) | 124 | 563 | 2.49 | 29 | 3 |
| Ravichandran Ashwin (IND) | 106 | 537 | 2.83 | 37 | 8 |
| Nathan Lyon (AUS) | 132 | 533 | 2.93 | 24 | 5 |
| Courtney Walsh (WI) | 132 | 519 | 2.53 | 22 | 3 |
| Dale Steyn (SA) | 93 | 439 | 3.24 | 26 | 5 |
Ashwin is only the second Indian in this elite list after Anil Kumble with 537 wickets in 106 matches. Before his retirement, he used to be the leading wicket-taker in Tests among the active cricketers.
The Tamil Nadu man not only leaves behind an extraordinary legacy but also sets a high standard for the younger generation aiming to step into his role. He led India's bowling attack with distinction, playing a pivotal role in the team's ascent to the top of the Test rankings and their dominance in red-ball cricket between 2014 and 2019.
His brilliance in home conditions was unparalleled, where he consistently delivered match-winning performances. Beyond his bowling, Ashwin also made valuable contributions with the bat, showcasing his all-round abilities.
Rumors of Ashwin's retirement began swirling on Day 5 of the Brisbane Test after cameras captured a poignant moment of Virat Kohli embracing him during a rain break. Ashwin was also seen engaging in an emotional chat with Australian spinner Nathan Lyon. Former Indian skipper Sunil Gavaskar alluded to the possibility during a live commentary, a speculation that Ashwin later confirmed himself.
He will continue to play club-level cricket and will also be seen in the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League as well.
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