Ravichandran Ashwin says he stopped talking to commentator and former India player Sanjay Manjrekar after being stung by Manjrekar’s early critical comments. Ashwin adds that the reaction “got him angry,” and that it pushed him to work harder on fitness and to further refine his bowling.
Both outlets report that Manjrekar later published praise for Ashwin, recognizing his performances. They present the episode as a shift from early criticism to later acknowledgment, with Ashwin describing how the initial sting became a source of motivation rather than a long-term rift.
The reports also highlight Ashwin’s overall career achievements. Ashwin is described as finishing with 765 international wickets for India, making him the country’s second-highest wicket-taker in international cricket. Both sources note he remains active in T20 leagues, continuing to play after his international career ended.
