Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated R Ashwin on his international cricket retirement, praising his exceptional 14-year career. Modi's letter highlighted Ashwin's surprise retirement, comparing it to an unexpected "carrom ball.

PM Modi also made special mention of Ashwin’s memorable leave during the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan at the MCG besides heaping praise on the senior off-spinner for his 765 international wickets and the record for most Player of the Series awards in Tests.

PM Modi congratulated Ravichandran Ashwin on his 14-year cricket career after his retirement post the Brisbane Test.

Prime Minister Modi reacted to Ashwin’s retirement announcement, comparing it to a carrom ball. He praised Ashwin’s unique legacy, referencing his memorable leave in the 2022 T20 World Cup against Pakistan,

PM Narendra Modi wrote a heartfelt letter to Ravichandran Ashwin for exemplary contributions to Indian cricket as the veteran announced his retirement during BGT series.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin for 'putting the team above everything else' during his entire playing career for Team India. Meanwhile, Ashwin will continue playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

PM Modi penned a heartfelt letter to Ravichandran Ashwin, commending the cricketer's remarkable international career following his surprise retirement. Modi praised Ashwin's exceptional skills, innovative variations,

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his heartiest congratulations to off-spin maestro Ravichandran Ashwin on his illustrious career who retired from international cricket. The PM said the latter’s “jersey no. 99 will be sorely missed” in the cricket field.