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Legendary cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin replied to Virat Kohli's emotional retirement message to him, assuring the star batter that he would be there in spirit when Kohli bats for the team in the Boxing Day Test on December 26 at the MCG against Australia. In an emotional post following Ashwin's retirement on December 19, Kohli hailed Ashwin as a 'legend of Indian cricket' and praised his match-winning contributions to Test cricket.
Ashwin replies to Kohli's wish
Indian cricket fans were also reminded by Ashwin's response to Kohli's retirement of the two players' famous partnership during India's 2022 T20 World Cup victory over Pakistan, which is frequently praised for being a moment that would live on in cricket history. The stakes for the Boxing Day Test are high following India's valiant draw with Australia in the Brisbane Test, which kept the series tied at one each. In his response, Ashwin provided Kohli with some words of encouragement for the fourth Test match for India.
"I’ve played with you for 14 years and when you told me today you’re retiring, it made me a bit emotional and the flashbacks of all those years playing together came to me. I’ve enjoyed every bit of the journey with you ash, your skill and match winning contributions to Indian cricket are second to none, and you will always and always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket. Wish you nothing but the best in your life with your family and everything else that it unfolds for you. With massive respect and lots of love to you and your close ones. Thanks for everything buddy," Kohli said in his tribute to Ashwin on X.
"Thanks buddy! Like I told you, I will be walking out with you to bat at the MCG," Ashiwn replied.
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Ashwin shared emotional moment with Kohli before retirement announcement
An emotional embrace between Ashwin and Kohli in the Brisbane dugout had raised questions about the spinner's impending retirement prior to Ashwin's formal declaration. According to Kohli's homage, Ashwin told him of his choice, which profoundly made him emotional.
Ashwin and Kohli's friendship began in 2011 when they were part of the Indian side that won the ODI World Cup. Their years-long collaboration, interspersed with events such as the MCG stand, is a prime example of respect for one another and shared success. In addition to expressing his gratitude, Ashwin's reaction celebrated a historic period in Indian cricket that was characterized by perseverance and teamwork.
