Ravichandran Ashwin, the seasoned Indian all-rounder, achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching 500 wickets in Test cricket for the Indian team during the ongoing Rajkot Test against England. However, the joyous moment was bittersweet for the 37-year-old as he had to hastily return to Chennai on Day 3 due to a family emergency.
After tending to his family matters, Ashwin made a swift return on Day 4 of the match and showcased his resilience by taking a wicket in his six-over spell, conceding only 19 runs. Despite the challenges, Ashwin’s wife, Prithi, expressed her pride and penned a heartfelt note on Instagram following his achievement of 500 Test wickets.
“We chased the 500 to Hyderabad; it didn’t happen. To Vizag, it didn’t happen. So I just bought a ton of sweets and gave it to everyone at home at 499. 500 came and went quietly. Till it didn’t. A lot happened between 500 and 501. Longest 48 hours of our lives,” shared Prithi on Instagram.
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“But this is about the 500. And the 499 before that. What a phenomenal achievement. What a phenomenal guy. I am insanely proud of you Ravihandran Ashwin. We love you!” she added.
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