Just like everyone, Harbhajan too was shocked at Ashwin's decision and believes that he could have played for some more years. With the upcoming Tests to be played in Melbourne and Sydney where the pitch assists spinners at some time, Ashwin might have been in line to play.
While speaking to the broadcaster Star Sports after the match, Harbhajan Singh questioned Ravichandran Ashwin's decision to retire in the middle of a series. The former India off-spinner feels that Ashwin could have got a game or two in the remaining Tests of the series.
R Ashwin has played just one game this series which was the second Test in Adelaide. It was a day-night Test played with the pink ball. He returned figures of 1-53 on a pitch assisting fast bowlers and offering almost no help for the spinners.
"It's a very difficult decision. When a bowler who has taken a lot of wickets goes overseas for a tour like Australia, England or South Africa, where you would play only one spinner, it hurts you when you are not selected despite taking the most wickets. Then you probably feel it's not right to stay there," Harbhajan noted.
Harbhajan Singh congratulates Ravichandran Ashwin
"If this is his decision, I would only like to tell him that he has had a fantastic career, taken a lot of wickets, and won many matches and series for the country. He has taken India's spin legacy forward. Another great career has come to an end today and I wish him well for whatever he does going forward," the 44-year-old added.
Ravichandran Ashwin's incredible records
Meanwhile, Ravichandran Ashwin had a great international career overall. While he has impressive records in every format, Test cricket was by far his favorite as his records speak.
Not only with the ball, R Ashwin made significant contributions with the bat as well. He has been a part of numerous important partnerships for India over the years. Batting in the lower order, he has played vital knocks under pressure and bailed India out of trouble with his brilliant batting skills.
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