Ravichandran Ashwin, an off-spinner of retired India, has opened up the emotional turmoil around his 500th Test wicket, showing that he left the match between the match due to his mother’s sudden illness, with full support of Captain Rohit Sharma and Head Coach Rahul Dravid.Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!During the third Test against England in Rajkot in February 2024, Ashwin reached a historic milestone, in the first innings, Zak Crolly rejected to become the second Indian bowler only after Anil Kumble to reach 500 Test wickets. However, the ceremonies were short -lived as they were informed about a medical emergency in his family immediately after the day’s game.Speaking during the launch of the third episode of Chennai Super KingsThe player documentary series, Ashwin, recalled the moment of confusion and anxiety.

“I took 500 wickets at that time.“I was very surprised. Or maybe I thought they were allowing me to take my place. I also tried to call and had no response.”

The off-spinner revealed that his wife finally approached him at the hotel and informed him about the situation. Ashwin was ready to leave immediately but faced logistic obstacles.He said, “There was no flight immediately, and I was in Rajkot. The match was in balance. Ben Docket made a brilliant century. But Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid immediately asked me to go,” he said.“When the captains and coaches are very helpful, I felt that I want to come back. I play for those who give me importance.”Ashwin missed the remaining part of England on the first innings but re -included the squad in time to bowl in the second innings. He eventually retired with 537 Test wickets in 106 matches, including 37 five-wicket haols, which strengthens his legacy as one of the biggest bowlers in India.