‘People add very little value to your emotions’: R Ashwin opens up on retirement call

Ravichandran Ashwin, India’s veteran off-spinner, contemplated retirement post his 100th Test but extended his career, aiming for a farewell at Chennai. However, family separation and not starting the Australia series in Perth prompted a change of heart. The decision solidified at the Gabba, influenced by the emotional toll and perceived lack of understanding from others regarding his situation.