Ashwin has always been a bit of a thorn for our side: Mitchell Starc
Ravichandran Ashwin. File
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Australia pace bowler Mitchell Starc has paid a glorious tribute to the just-retired Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, saying he has been "a bit of a thorn" for their side in some of the memorable contests.Ashwin, India's premier off-spinner, surprised the cricketing world by announcing his retirement on Wednesday (December 18, 2024), in the middle of the Test series against Australia. He retired from the game as the second-highest wicket-taker for India in Tests with 537 scalps from 106 matches, placing him only behind the legendary Anil Kumble (619 wickets).Ashwin played 23 Tests against Australia from 2011 to 2024, taking 115 scalps, including a 10-wicket...