India’s experienced off-spinner, R Ashwin, unexpectedly withdrew from the ongoing third Test against England at Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Friday, January 16.
Ravichandran had to depart from the squad immediately and returned to Chennai due to a family medical emergency. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issued a statement regarding his departure, assuring him of assistance if needed.
Shikhar Dhawan Shared An Emotional Message For Ashwin
Although further details were not disclosed earlier, it has recently come to light that Ashwin flew to Chennai to attend to his sick mother. Rajiv Shukla, the BCCI vice-president, confirmed in a post that Ashwin had indeed left Rajkot urgently to be with his mother.
“Wishing speedy recovery of mother of @ashwinravi99. He has to rush and leave Rajkot Test to Chennai to be with his mother. @BCCI,” Shukla posted on X.
Check out the Tweet:
Wishing speedy recovery of mother of @ashwinravi99 . He has to rush and leave Rajkot test to Chennai to be with his mother . @BCCI
— Rajeev Shukla (@ShuklaRajiv) February 16, 2024
During these challenging times, our thoughts and best wishes are with the Indian champion, Ravichandran, and his family. February 16, 2024 was supposed to be a monumental day in Ashwin’s cricketing career as he became only the second Indian bowler to achieve 500 Test wickets. However, the day ended on a somber note due to a personal setback as Ashwin had to attend to his sick mother.
The BCCI’s statement suggests that the situation may be serious, but it’s important to refrain from speculating and instead offer our support to Ashwin and his family.
Meanwhile, veteran Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan also took to his Twitter and sent his best wishes to Off Spinner. He wrote: “Sending warmth and strength to Ashwin bhai as you had to navigate this challenging moment. Wishing your mom a swift recovery. @ashwinravi99”
Check out the Tweet:
Sending warmth and strength to Ashwin bhai as you had to navigate this challenging moment. Wishing your mom a swift recovery. @ashwinravi99
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) February 17, 2024
