Ravichandran Ashwin unexpectedly announced his retirement from international cricket after the Brisbane Test, surprising teammate Ravindra Jadeja. Jadeja learned about the decision just minutes before the press conference, despite spending the day with Ashwin. The off-spinner retires with 537 Test wickets and six centuries. Jadeja expressed confidence in the team finding a suitable replacement and highlighted the opportunity for youngsters.
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