Ravichandran Ashwin returned to Chennai after announcing his retirement following the Gabba Test. He arrived in Chennai that same night, where he was welcomed with traditional garlands and the sounds of Tamil Nadu. Surrounded by fans at his home, the atmosphere was filled with emotion, especially among his family members who were touched by his arrival.
The press had several questions about his surprising decision to retire in the middle of the series, and Ashwin addressed each one. During the event, the microphone was passed to his father, who shared his thoughts regarding Ashwin's unexpected retirement. Additionally, Ashwin also spoke about what lies ahead for him in the future.
Ravichandran Ashwin’s Father Opens Up About the Challenges
Ravi Ashwin is India’s premier bowler and has numerous records to his name, both at home and abroad. However, his contributions in overseas conditions have often been deemed below par due to his limited opportunities. His father expressed his disappointment, describing Ravi's situation as a humiliation, given that he is regarded as India’s top spinner but was not always chosen as the first-choice spinner in overseas matches. This criticism was suggested to be one of the reasons Ashwin considered quitting international cricket. His father was visibly upset while sharing this perspective with the media. However, he later expressed pride in his son’s achievements and shared a positive conversation with the media about Ravi’s contributions.
Ravi Ashwin’s Casual Tweet on his Father’s Statement
A few hours after his father’s interview with the media, Ravichandran Ashwin took to Twitter to request that the media forgive him and leave him alone. In a light-hearted and humorous tone, he mentioned that he was not media-trained, expressing surprise at the media's reaction to his father's statements. Ashwin also playfully added the Tamil phrase “Dey Father Enna da Ithellam,” a comical expression in Tanglish, asking his father, "What is all this?"
His tweet, while funny, has sparked curiosity and raised questions about the circumstances surrounding his potential retirement, leaving fans and media wondering what really transpired.
