Sunil Gavaskar strongly disagrees with the timing of R Ashwin’s resignation, saying: ‘He should have…’

Former India captain and legendary opener Sunil Gavaskar reacted to the impact of Ravichandran Ashwin’s retirement decision on the team, saying the all-rounder did the same thing Dhoni did during the 2014-15 Asutralia series. Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket immediately after the draw of the Gabba Test in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Gavaskar drew parallels to MS Dhoni’s mid-series resignation during the 2014-15 Test series in Australia, arguing that such decisions disrupt team planning. “He could have said: Listen after the series ends, I will no longer be available for selection for India. What it does is that it is similar to when MS Dhoni retired at the end of the 3rd Test in the 2014-15 series “Let’s give you one more piece,” Gavaskar told broadcasters.

“The selection committee selected so many players for a tour with a specific goal. If there are injuries, they can choose from the reserve players to be included in the team. So Sydney is a place where there is a lot of support for weirdos.” . You never know what the pitch in Melbourne will look like. It’s not common in the middle,” he added.

When asked if Washington Sundar was prepared to replace Ashwin, Gavaskar admitted that it was likely. “Maybe Washington Sundar is ahead of him. Rohit mentioned that Sundar is leaving tomorrow. So this marks the end of Ashwin as an international cricketer. He was a damn good cricketer,” Gavaskar said.

Menwahile, Sundar posted a heartfelt post for his state mate Ashwin on Instagram after the all-rounder’s retirement. “More than just a teammate, Ash Anna, you were an inspiration, a mentor and a true champion of the game. It was an honor to share the field and the locker room with you.”

“Coming from the same state of Tennessee, I grew up watching you from the tight corners of Chepauk to playing against and alongside you. Every moment was a privilege. I will take the lessons learned, both on and off the field, with me.” “I wish you forever success and happiness in whatever comes next,” the post says.

Ashwin’s retirement comes at a crucial time in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with the series still tied at 1-1 due to the drawn Gabba Test. His absence leaves a hole in the Indian bowling arsenal, especially as they prepare for the upcoming Test in Melbourne and Sydney, a traditionally spinner-friendly venue.

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