Ahead of Ravichandran Ashwin’s monumental 100th Test appearance, former India spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has voiced his disappointment over the lack of response from the veteran spinner. Ashwin is poised to make history with his 100th Test match as India takes on England in the fifth match of the series in Dharamsala, commencing Thursday.
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Amidst the widespread celebration surrounding Ashwin’s impending milestone, Sivaramakrishnan took to social media to express his grievances, revealing that his attempts to congratulate Ashwin were met with silence. According to Sivaramakrishnan, Ashwin ignored his calls and failed to respond to his congratulatory messages, showcasing what he perceives as a lack of respect towards former cricketers.
“Tried calling him a few times to wish him for his 100th Test. Just cut off my call. Sent him a message, no reply. That’s the respect we former cricketers get,” lamented the former India spinner in a post on social media.
Sivaramakrishnan’s remarks have stirred discussions within the cricketing community, raising questions about the dynamics between current and former players and the importance of mutual respect within the fraternity.
As Ashwin prepares to etch his name in the annals of cricketing history with his landmark Test appearance, Sivaramakrishnan’s sentiments serve as a reminder of the significance of acknowledging and honoring the contributions of those who paved the way before.
