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The cricket community is abuzz with speculation that Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India’s most cerebral and successful spinners, might be nearing the end of his illustrious career. This speculation has been fueled by a poignant moment captured during the fifth day of the Gabba Test match, where Ashwin was seen embracing Virat Kohli in what m♏any fans interpret as𒁏 a potential farewell gesture.
The viral hug of Ravichandran Ashwin and Virat Kohli
A photograph of Ashwin and Kohli sharing a heartfelt hug in the dressing room has gone viral on social media platforms. The image, showing Ashwin with an emotional expression, has led fans ꦍto believe that this could be the prelude to his retirement announcement. The scene was charged with emotion, with some fans noting that Ashwin appeared to be in tears, suggesting an end might be near for the off-spinner.
An emotional hug between Ashwin & Kohli. 🤍
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns)
Fans speculate Ashwin retirement
Social media has been flooded with posts from fans expressing their belief that Ashwin’s time on the field could be drawing to a close. Many fans are preemptively celebrating Ashwin’s career, sharing highlights of his best bowling spells, match-winning performances, and his unique contributions to the art of spin bowling. There’s a palpable sense of nostalgia and gratitude for what has been an extraordinary journey.
While there’s no official word from Ashwin himself, the speculation is based on the emotional context of the picture and the timing, right after a significant Test match. Fans are hopeful for a proper farewell if this is indeed the end, with many suggesting that Chepauk, his home ground, would be the fitting venue for such an occasion.
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Here is how fans reacted:
Ashwin deserved a proper farewell.
This is most significant retirement of playe��r after Sac⛄hin.— Viroot (@topgun_mav11)
Happy retirement Ashwin anna , streets will never forget how you ဣwon us th💧is much anticipated match against Pakistan ❤️🙏
— Dev 🇮🇳 (@time__square)
VIRAT KOHLI HUGGING RAVI ASHWIN IN THE DRES𝓀SING ROOM. 🥹❤️
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)
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Virat and Ashwin are having a heartful conversation for about 30 minutes now following a hug from Kohli to Ash . What's happening 🫥
— “ (@KohlifiedGal)
ꦫTHE E𝔍MOTIONAL HUG FROM VIRAT KOHLI TO RAVI ASHWIN AT GABBA. 🥺💔
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh)
Man why this is so sad😭.
Happy retirement ashwin— Kruger | (@Aryanexists)
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R Ashwin was the huge reason why no one could win a series in India for long 12 years, he is India's all time greatest spinner in tests by far❤️🐐
Thank You for everything ❤️
— Rajiv (@Rajiv1841)
End of Ashwin Era 🥲 |
— CSK Fans Army™ (@CSKFansArmy)
537 wickets and 6 centuries in Test cricket. One of our greatest matchwinners. Than🌺k you Ashwin 🫡
— Arjun* (@mxtaverse)
Thank you ravichandran ashwin , you’re a legend 🙏 happy retirement , things change very early in cricket,No time ago he beca🔴me no.1 allrounder in test cricket and today is the day , Really a emotional moment
— mayank yadav (@mayankydvvvv)
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Raꦗℱvichandran Ashwin too deserves retirement like this.
But He is a bowler,leave it💔
— Vɪᴘᴇʀ⁶⁵ (@repivxx65_)
Kohli might be retiring; Ashwin Anna so humble, is crying over his teammate's retirement. 🥺👍🏻
— k ♡ (@sarphiribalika_)
So Ashwin might announce his retirement today..
But this guy intentionally gave him hug infront of camera's.. bro let him have his moment..why u have to sneak yourself in every f*cking thing !
— 𝗦𝗔𝗠🦇 (@Vitamin_is_back)