R Ashwin's father said the timing of the off-spinner's retirement from international cricket came as a surprise to the family. Ravichandran added that he had hoped his son would continue playing for the senior national team.

Ravichandran Ashwin, after announcing retirement from international cricket, returned to his hometown of Chennai to a warm welcome from family, friends, and neighbours. Ashwin, one of India's greatest cricketers,

Star Indian allrounder Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his immediate retirement from international cricket. Ashwin made the announcement Wednesday at a hastily-called media conference following the drawn test between Australia and India at the Gabba.