Ashwin reflects on criticism from Manjrekar and its impact on career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Ravichandran Ashwin shared insights on his relationship with Sanjay Manjrekar during an interview on JioHotstar's 'Cheeky Singles'. He recounted how Manjrekar's critical comments regarding his fitness after Ashwin's first tour of Australia motivated him to improve his game over the following years. Ashwin emphasized that despite feeling hurt and angry at the time, he used the criticism as a catalyst for change, eventually becoming one of India's most successful bowlers. Manjrekar later acknowledged Ashwin's progress in a subsequent article, signaling a reconciliation between the two. Ashwin has since retired as India's second-highest international wicket-taker with 765 wickets across formats and continues to play in T20 leagues worldwide, including recent participation in the Big Bash League.
- •Ashwin discusses his early career struggles with fitness.
- •Manjrekar's criticism prompted Ashwin to enhance his skills.
- •Ashwin retired with 765 international wickets.
- •He is active in global T20 leagues despite IPL retirement.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — 'I got angry': Ashwin reveals why he stopped talking to Sanjay Manjrekar
"Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about the initial sting from Sanjay Manjrekar's critical comments, which fueled his desire to elevate his fitness and refine his bowling. Manjrekar later praised Ashwin in an article, acknowledging his remarkable performances. As a testament to his skill, Ashwin concluded his career as India's second-highest international wicket-taker with 765 wickets, solidifying his status as one of the country's finest all-rounders, still active in T20 leagues.
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