Kohli became emotional after Ashwin retirement, praised the contribution of the Indian spinner by posting.
During this, Kohli also expressed his opinion on Ashwin’s contribution in Test cricket and said that this off-spinner will be remembered as a legendary player in Indian cricket. Ashwin had announced his retirement from international cricket after the third Test match played between India and Australia at Gabba.
Indian team’s veteran batsman Virat Kohli said that he became emotional when Ravichandran Ashwin told him about his decision to retire. Through an emotional post on social media, Kohli wished India’s successful off-spinner Ashwin all the best for the future. And also told what his conversation with this spinner was just before this decision.
During this, Kohli also expressed his opinion on Ashwin’s contribution in Test cricket and said that this off-spinner will be remembered as a legendary player in Indian cricket. Ashwin played between India and Australia at Gabba He announced his retirement from international cricket after the third test match. This match, interrupted by rain, ended in a draw.
‘Will be remembered as a legendary player’
Kohli wrote for Ashwin’s in the post, I spent 14 years with you and when you told me about your decision to retire, it made me emotional and memories of playing with you for so many years started coming to my mind.
Ashwin, I have enjoyed every moment I spent with you. Your talent and your match winning performances in Indian cricket are amazing and you will always be remembered as a legend in Indian cricket.
He said, I wish you all the best in your life and with your family. With great respect and lots of love towards you and your close ones, thanks for everything friend.
Ashwin was seen discussing with Kohli before his retirement.
On the fifth day of the Gabba Test between India and Australia, when the match was stopped due to rain and teatime was announced, Ashwin and Kohli were seen discussing for a long time in the dressing room.
Kohli kept talking to Ashwin for a long time and during this time he kept his hand on his shoulder. As the conversation ended, Kohli hugged Ashwin. After these pictures surfaced, indications started emerging that Ashwin may take some big decision. Shortly after this, this off-spinner surprised everyone with his decision.