Indian cricket group spinner Ravichandran Ashwin withdrew from the continued third Test match in opposition to England in Rajkot on Friday due to a household medical emergency.
Indian cricket group spinner Ravichandran Ashwin made an surprising exit from the continued third Test match in opposition to England in Rajkot on Friday, simply hours after attaining a big milestone by turning into the second Indian bowler ever to take 500 Test wickets, following Anil Kumble. BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla shared updates on social media, disclosing that Ashwin needed to withdraw due to a household medical emergency involving his mom.
‘Wishing speedy restoration of mom of @ashwinravi99 . He has to hurry and depart Rajkot take a look at to Chennai to be together with his mom,’ he posted on X (previously Twitter).
Wishing speedy restoration of mom of @ashwinravi99 He has to hurry and depart Rajkot take a look at to Chennai to be together with his mom @BCCI
Rajeev Shukla (@ShuklaRajiv) February 16, 2024
In an official assertion, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed Ashwin’s withdrawal and expressed full assist throughout these difficult occasions. While the precise particulars of the medical emergency weren’t disclosed, the board emphasised the significance of respecting Ashwin’s privateness.
‘The BCCI extends its heartfelt assist to the champion cricketer and his household. The well being and well-being of the gamers and their family members are of utmost significance. The Board requests respect for the privateness of Ashwin and his household as they navigate by this difficult time,’ the assertion learn.
Ashwin, who had attended the post-match media convention to debate his milestone, promptly flew again to Chennai. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah acknowledged that the board and the group would proceed to supply any essential help to Ashwin, sustaining open communication to supply assist as wanted.
Acknowledging the understanding and empathy of followers and the media, Shah talked about, ‘Team India appreciates the understanding and empathy of the followers and media throughout this delicate interval.’
With Ashwin’s withdrawal, India will play the rest of the third Test with 10 males and 4 specialist bowlers. There are indications that Ashwin won’t be out there for the upcoming two Test matches in Ranchi (Feb 25-29) and Dharamsala (March 7-11).
