Cricket World Bids Farewell to Ravichandran Ashwin: Anushka Sharma Shares Heartfelt Tribute

 

Cricket fans and players worldwide were taken by surprise as Ravichandran Ashwin, India's legendary all-rounder, announced his retirement from international cricket. The news broke after the third Test between India and Australia ended in a rain-affected draw in Brisbane. Ashwin, 38, leaves the game as India’s second-highest wicket-taker, earning admiration from fans and players alike.

 

Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, wife of star cricketer Virat Kohli, joined the chorus of tributes. Sharing a heartfelt message on Instagram, she re-posted the Indian team’s farewell video for Ashwin, adding the caption, “@rashwin99 A lasting legacy,” and tagged Ashwin’s wife, Prithi Narayanan.

 

Speculation around Ashwin’s retirement began when cameras caught him visibly emotional and embraced by Kohli during the match. Shortly after, Kohli posted a touching message on social media, reflecting on their 14-year cricketing journey together.

 

“Your contributions to Indian cricket are unmatched. You’ll always be remembered as a legend. Wishing you and your family the best for the future,” Kohli wrote.