Ashwin’s unexpected decision to retire from international cricket has sparked speculation about the reasons behind it. According to his father Ravichandran, Ashwin’s retirement may have been influenced by ongoing humiliation during his time with the team.
In an interview, Ashwin’s father shared his perspective on the surprising announcement. “I too came to know last minute, actually,” he said. “What was going on in his mind, I don’t know. He just announced it, and I accepted it with full pleasure.”
While his father expressed pride in Ashwin’s decision, he also felt a tinge of regret. “One part I was very happy; another part not happy because he should have continued,” Ravichandran added.
Although he refrained from stating the exact reasons for Ashwin’s retirement, Ravichandran hinted that being excluded from the playing XI despite his impressive record could have felt humiliating. “(Retiring) is his wish and desire; I cannot interfere in that. But the way, in which he gave that, there could be many reasons. Only Ashwin knows, maybe humiliation,” he speculated.
Ashwin’s retirement has left fans and cricket experts pondering the pressures faced by players at the international level, especially when their contributions don’t always secure their place in the team.