Bollywood actress and wife of Indian cricket star Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma has paid a touching tribute to Ravichandran Ashwin following the cricket legend’s retirement announcement.
Known for her unwavering support for the Indian cricket team, Anushka used her Instagram story to express her admiration for Ashwin’s contributions to Indian cricket.
Anushka Sharma’s touching Instagram story for Ravichandran Ashwin
Ashwin announced his retirement shortly after the Gabba Test against Australia. His heartfelt farewell speech during the post-match presentation resonated with fans and teammates alike. In the video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), The right-arm spinner can be seen embracing his teammates and thanking everyone for the opportunity to represent Team India.
On Tuesday, Anushka reposted the BCCI’s video on her Instagram story, showcasing Ashwin’s emotional farewell. She tagged Ashwin’s Instagram account and wrote, “A lasting legacy,” accompanied by clapping and heart emojis, to underscore his monumental impact on Indian cricket. Additionally, she tagged Ashwin’s wife Prithi Narayanan’s Instagram account in her story, acknowledging her unwavering support throughout Ashwin’s illustrious career, and adding a heartfelt emoji to show gratitude.
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The end of an era: Ashwin’s remarkable career
Ashwin, the second-highest wicket-taker for India in international cricket, enjoyed a stellar career spanning over 14 years. Beginning his journey with an ODI debut against Sri Lanka in June 2010, the off-spinner amassed an incredible 765 wickets across 287 international matches. His career concluded on a note with the Adelaide Test against Australia in December 2024.
Ashwin’s retirement signals the end of an era, but his legacy as one of cricket’s greatest spinners will endure. Tributes flooded social media as cricketing legends, fans, and former teammates celebrated his career. Many described him as a game-changer whose innovative strategies and match-winning performances elevated Indian cricket to new heights. While Chennai lad’s time on the field has come to an end, his contributions to the sport will be remembered for generations.
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