On Dec 19 (Thursday), the International Cricket Council (ICC) approved of a hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 edition, which will be held in Pakistan -- the original hosts -- and a neutral venue (which will host the India games). In a statement released by the ICC, it also confirmed, "India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at ICC Events during the 2024-2027 rights cycle will be played at a neutral venue."

This means that Pakistan will also not travel to India for their games during the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup and 2026 T20 World Cup (co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka). This has been done to solve the tussle between the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as the two cricketing boards have been at loggerheads with regard to the Champions Trophy venue. After India denied travelling to Pakistan, hybrid model has been selected and will continue until the 2028 cycle.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/i-have-zero-regrets-want-to-play-for-csk-as-long-as-possible-says-r-ashwin-post-his-international-retirement-785224">I have zero regrets, want to play for CSK as long as possible, says R Ashwin post his international retirement</a>

<h2>'India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at ICC events will be played at a neutral venue'</h2>

In this regard, the ICC further reiterated in its statement, "This (the hybrid model) applies to the upcoming ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 (hosted by Pakistan), set to be played in February and March 2025, as well as the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 (hosted by India) and the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 (hosted by India and Sri Lanka)."

The ICC has also confirmed that the 2028 Women's T20 World Cup will be held in Pakistan, where the hybrid model will be considered.

Talking about the Champions Trophy, the eight-nation mega event is set to kick off&nbsp;on Feb 19 next year. The final schedule will be out in the coming weeks.

On Dec 19 (Thursday), the International Cricket Council (ICC) approved of a hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 edition, which will be held in Pakistan -- the original hosts -- and a neutral venue (which will host the India games).

On Dec 19 (Thursday), the International Cricket Council (ICC) approved of a hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 edition, which will be held in Pakistan -- the original hosts -- and a neutral venue (which will host the India games). In a statement released by the ICC, it also confirmed, "India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at ICC Events during the 2024-2027 rights cycle will be played at a neutral venue." This means that Pakistan will also not travel to India for their games during the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup and 2026 T20 World Cup (co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka). This has been done to solve the tussle between the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as the two cricketing boards have been at loggerheads with regard to the Champions Trophy venue. After India denied travelling to Pakistan, hybrid model has been selected and will continue until the 2028 cycle. Also read: I have zero regrets, want to play for CSK as long as possible, says R Ashwin post his international retirement 'India and Pakistan matches hosted by either country at ICC events will be played at a neutral venue' In this regard, the ICC further reiterated in its statement, "This (the hybrid model) applies to the upcoming ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 (hosted by Pakistan), set to be played in February and March 2025, as well as the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 (hosted by India) and the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 (hosted by India and Sri Lanka)." The ICC has also confirmed that the 2028 Women's T20 World Cup will be held in Pakistan, where the hybrid model will be considered. Talking about the Champions Trophy, the eight-nation mega event is set to kick off on Feb 19 next year. The final schedule will be out in the coming weeks.

Champions Trophy 2025 to take place in Pakistan and neutral venue, ICC approves of hybrid model until 2028

The Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition kicked off in style on December 15. The Marcus Stoinis-led Stars lost the opening clash&nbsp;to Perth Scorchers&nbsp;and will now be up against Brisbane Heat in match 4 of the ongoing championship Down Under. The Colin Munro-led Heat will commence their campaign and aim for a winning start, whereas the Stars will be eager to avoid two successive defeats in a row.

Talking about the squads, the Stars are without Glenn Maxwell, who continues to recover from a hamstring injury. In his absence, Stoinis is leading the side and has the support of star players such as Tom Curran,&nbsp;Beau Webster, Adam Milne, etc. Meanwhile, Brisbane will bank upon Munro's T20 experience,&nbsp;Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Mitchell Swepson, and others for a fine start to the eight-team tournament.

<h2>HERE IS ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE LIVE STREAMING DETAILS OF THE CLASH:</h2>

Which stadium will host the Melbourne Stars vs&nbsp;Brisbane Heat match?

The Melbourne Stars vs&nbsp;Brisbane Heat match will be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne.

What time will the Melbourne Stars vs&nbsp;Brisbane Heat match start?

The Melbourne Stars vs&nbsp;Brisbane Heat match will start at 7:15 PM local time (1:45&nbsp;PM&nbsp;IST).

Where to watch the Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match on TV?

The Melbourne Stars vs&nbsp;Brisbane Heat match will be telecast&nbsp;on Star Sports network in India.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/watch-akash-deep-sends-one-into-the-stands-after-india-avoid-follow-on-during-day-4-of-gabba-test-784625">WATCH: Akash Deep sends one into the stands after India avoid follow-on during Day 4 of Gabba Test</a>

Where to watch the Melbourne Stars vs&nbsp;Brisbane Heat LIVE Streaming online on OTT?

The Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat&nbsp;match will be live-streamed on the Disney+Hotstar app and website in India.

<h2>Squads:</h2>

Melbourne Stars:&nbsp;Joe Clarke, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Sam Harper (wk), Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Tom Curran, Hamish McKenzie, Adam Milne, Brody Couch, Blake Macdonald, Campbell Kellaway, Jonathan Merlo, Joel Paris

Brisbane Heat:&nbsp;Colin Munro (c), Jimmy Peirson (wk), Max Bryant, Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Jack Wildermuth, Tom Alsop, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Will Prestwidge, Mitchell Swepson, Jack Wood, Daniel Drew, Tom Whitney

The Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition kicked off in style on December 15. The Marcus Stoinis-led Stars lost the opening clash to Perth Scorchers and will now be up against Brisbane Heat in match 4 of the ongoing championship Down Under.

The Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition kicked off in style on December 15. The Marcus Stoinis-led Stars lost the opening clash to Perth Scorchers and will now be up against Brisbane Heat in match 4 of the ongoing championship Down Under. The Colin Munro-led Heat will commence their campaign and aim for a winning start, whereas the Stars will be eager to avoid two successive defeats in a row. Talking about the squads, the Stars are without Glenn Maxwell, who continues to recover from a hamstring injury. In his absence, Stoinis is leading the side and has the support of star players such as Tom Curran, Beau Webster, Adam Milne, etc. Meanwhile, Brisbane will bank upon Munro's T20 experience, Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Mitchell Swepson, and others for a fine start to the eight-team tournament. HERE IS ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE LIVE STREAMING DETAILS OF THE CLASH: Which stadium will host the Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match? The Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match will be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne. What time will the Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match start? The Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match will start at 7:15 PM local time (1:45 PM IST). Where to watch the Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match on TV? The Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match will be telecast on Star Sports network in India. Also read: WATCH: Akash Deep sends one into the stands after India avoid follow-on during Day 4 of Gabba Test Where to watch the Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat LIVE Streaming online on OTT? The Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat match will be live-streamed on the Disney+Hotstar app and website in India. Squads: Melbourne Stars: Joe Clarke, Thomas Fraser Rogers, Sam Harper (wk), Marcus Stoinis (c), Hilton Cartwright, Beau Webster, Tom Curran, Hamish McKenzie, Adam Milne, Brody Couch, Blake Macdonald, Campbell Kellaway, Jonathan Merlo, Joel Paris Brisbane Heat: Colin Munro (c), Jimmy Peirson (wk), Max Bryant, Matt Renshaw, Paul Walter, Jack Wildermuth, Tom Alsop, Xavier Bartlett, Matthew Kuhnemann, Will Prestwidge, Mitchell Swepson, Jack Wood, Daniel Drew, Tom Whitney

BBL 2024-25, Live Streaming: When & where to watch Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat live on laptop, TV

Match 5 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition will see the Melbourne Renegades lock horns with Hobart Hurricanes in Geelong on Thursday (Dec 18). The Renegades, led by Will Sutherland, will be playing their second game of the eight-team tournament. The Renegades lost their opening clash&nbsp;to Sydney Sixers&nbsp;and will hope for a revival. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes will kick off their campaign and hope for a winning start.

From the Renegades, the focus will be on Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tim Seifert, Sutherland, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson, Jacob Bethell, whereas the Hurricanes will bank upon keeper-batter Matthew Wade, Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Chris Jordan, captain Nathan Ellis, etc.&nbsp;

<h2>HERE IS ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE LIVE STREAMING DETAILS OF THE CLASH:</h2>

Which stadium will host the Melbourne Renegades vs&nbsp;Hobart Hurricanes match?

The Melbourne Renegades vs&nbsp;Hobart Hurricanes match will be played at the Simonds Stadium, Geelong.

What time will the Melbourne Renegades vs&nbsp;Hobart Hurricanes&nbsp;match start?

The Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match will start at 7:15 PM local time (1:45&nbsp;PM&nbsp;IST).

Where to watch the Melbourne Renegades vs&nbsp;Hobart Hurricanes&nbsp;match on TV?

The Melbourne Renegades vs&nbsp;Hobart Hurricanes match will be telecast&nbsp;on Star Sports network in India.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/he-could-have-said-i-am-sunil-gavaskar-critical-of-r-ashwins-sudden-international-retirement-784947">He could have said, 'I am....': Sunil Gavaskar critical of R Ashwin's sudden international retirement</a>

Where to watch the Melbourne Renegades vs&nbsp;Hobart Hurricanes LIVE Streaming online on OTT?

The Melbourne Renegades vs&nbsp;Hobart Hurricanes&nbsp;match will be live-streamed on the Disney+Hotstar app and website in India.

<h2>Squads:</h2>

Melbourne Renegades:&nbsp;Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Brown, Tim Seifert (w), Mackenzie Harvey, Laurie Evans, Will Sutherland (c), Fergus O Neill, Thomas Stewart Rogers, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa, Gurinder Sandhu, Jacob Bethell, Jonathan Wells, Callum Stow

Hobart Hurricanes:&nbsp;Matthew Wade (w), Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen, Nathan Ellis (c), Riley Meredith, Peter Hatzoglou, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Marcus Bean

Match 5 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition will see the Melbourne Renegades lock horns with Hobart Hurricanes in Geelong on Thursday (Dec 18). The Renegades, led by Will Sutherland, will be playing their second game of the eight-team tournament.

Match 5 of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 edition will see the Melbourne Renegades lock horns with Hobart Hurricanes in Geelong on Thursday (Dec 18). The Renegades, led by Will Sutherland, will be playing their second game of the eight-team tournament. The Renegades lost their opening clash to Sydney Sixers and will hope for a revival. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes will kick off their campaign and hope for a winning start. From the Renegades, the focus will be on Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tim Seifert, Sutherland, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson, Jacob Bethell, whereas the Hurricanes will bank upon keeper-batter Matthew Wade, Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Chris Jordan, captain Nathan Ellis, etc. HERE IS ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE LIVE STREAMING DETAILS OF THE CLASH: Which stadium will host the Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match? The Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be played at the Simonds Stadium, Geelong. What time will the Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match start? The Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match will start at 7:15 PM local time (1:45 PM IST). Where to watch the Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match on TV? The Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be telecast on Star Sports network in India. Also read: He could have said, 'I am....': Sunil Gavaskar critical of R Ashwin's sudden international retirement Where to watch the Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes LIVE Streaming online on OTT? The Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes match will be live-streamed on the Disney+Hotstar app and website in India. Squads: Melbourne Renegades: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Brown, Tim Seifert (w), Mackenzie Harvey, Laurie Evans, Will Sutherland (c), Fergus O Neill, Thomas Stewart Rogers, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa, Gurinder Sandhu, Jacob Bethell, Jonathan Wells, Callum Stow Hobart Hurricanes: Matthew Wade (w), Ben McDermott, Shai Hope, Caleb Jewell, Tim David, Nikhil Chaudhary, Chris Jordan, Mitchell Owen, Nathan Ellis (c), Riley Meredith, Peter Hatzoglou, Billy Stanlake, Waqar Salamkheil, Marcus Bean

BBL 2024-25, Live Streaming: When & where to watch Melbourne Renegades vs Hobart Hurricanes live on laptop, TV

Former Indian captain Kapil Dev expressed his disappointment with R Ashwin not getting a proper farewell post his decision to retire from international cricket on Wednesday (Dec 18). After the India-Australia third Test&nbsp;at The Gabba, Brisbane, ended in a draw, Ashwin announced his international retirement and flew back to India on Thursday (Dec 19). However, Kapil feels he should have received&nbsp;a proper farewell.

<h2>'I wish I had been there, I wouldn't have let him go like that'</h2>

"The next generation has to be better than us. If not, the world is not going ahead. We never imagined that somebody would come close to Sachin Tendulkar or Sunil Gavaskar...Ashwin has gone. I wish I had been there, I wouldn't have let him go like that. I would have sent him with a lot of respect and happiness," Kapil said, as quoted by ANI.

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/i-have-zero-regrets-want-to-play-for-csk-as-long-as-possible-says-r-ashwin-post-his-international-retirement-785224">I have zero regrets, want to play for CSK as long as possible, says R Ashwin post his international retirement</a>

Ashwin signed off from international cricket with 765 wickets, second highest overall among Indians. In Tests, he represented India in 106 games and claimed 537 scalps, second-most by an Indian and seventh-overall, whereas he accounted for 228 wickets in white-ball formats overall. The 38-year-old wily off-spinner was part of India's memorable wins in the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy. Ashwin also played a huge role in India's unbeaten run in home Tests, spanning from 2013-2024 (which ended in October).

Ashwin played only a solitary Test in the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) between India and Australia Down Under. With the Rohit Sharma-led team management preferring Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja over him, it reportedly prompted him to take the big call on his career.

Former Indian captain Kapil Dev expressed his disappointment with R Ashwin not getting a proper farewell post his decision to retire from international cricket on Wednesday (Dec 18).

Former Indian captain Kapil Dev expressed his disappointment with R Ashwin not getting a proper farewell post his decision to retire from international cricket on Wednesday (Dec 18). After the India-Australia third Test at The Gabba, Brisbane, ended in a draw, Ashwin announced his international retirement and flew back to India on Thursday (Dec 19). However, Kapil feels he should have received a proper farewell. 'I wish I had been there, I wouldn't have let him go like that' "The next generation has to be better than us. If not, the world is not going ahead. We never imagined that somebody would come close to Sachin Tendulkar or Sunil Gavaskar...Ashwin has gone. I wish I had been there, I wouldn't have let him go like that. I would have sent him with a lot of respect and happiness," Kapil said, as quoted by ANI. Also read: I have zero regrets, want to play for CSK as long as possible, says R Ashwin post his international retirement Ashwin signed off from international cricket with 765 wickets, second highest overall among Indians. In Tests, he represented India in 106 games and claimed 537 scalps, second-most by an Indian and seventh-overall, whereas he accounted for 228 wickets in white-ball formats overall. The 38-year-old wily off-spinner was part of India's memorable wins in the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy. Ashwin also played a huge role in India's unbeaten run in home Tests, spanning from 2013-2024 (which ended in October). Ashwin played only a solitary Test in the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) between India and Australia Down Under. With the Rohit Sharma-led team management preferring Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja over him, it reportedly prompted him to take the big call on his career.

Wouldn't have let Ashwin retire like this: Kapil Dev disappointed, says spinner deserves 'respect'

R Ashwin retired from international cricket on Wednesday (Dec 18) following the Gabba Test between India and Australia, of the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), in Brisbane. After his retirement, he announced that he would be leaving for India and the wily spinner reached his hometown Chennai on Thursday (Dec 19). Meeting&nbsp;reporters in his hometown post his arrival, Ashwin made it clear that he has 'no regrets' and aspires to play for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for long.

Talking to the media, Ashwin quashed rumours of having regrets of not captaining India during his 14-year-long career. He said, "I can't any more. It's done. No, I have zero regrets. I have seen so many people with regrets from afar, but I don't want to live my life like that."

On his plans post retirement, the 38-year-old Ashwin stated, "I want to be idle-no immediate plans. Being idle is difficult for me.

He added,&nbsp;"I am going to play for CSK, and don't be surprised if I try and aspire to play for as long as I can. I don't think Ashwin the cricketer is done. I think Ashwin the Indian cricketer has probably called it time. That's it."

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bit-disappointed-you-retired-wanted-you-to-go-past-619-anil-kumble-reacts-to-ashwins-retirement-785192">'Bit disappointed you retired, wanted you to go past 619': Anil Kumble reacts to Ashwin's retirement</a>

"Thanks to all of you. I didn't expect so many of you to come. I thought I would quietly reach home, but you've all made my day. The last time it was like this was when I returned home after the 2011 World Cup. It brought back those memories," Ashwin concluded.

Ashwin ended his international career having represented India in 106 Tests, 116 ODIs and 65 T20Is. He accounted for 537 Test scalps (second-most by an Indian) and 228 wickets in white-ball formats. He even returned with 3,503 Test runs, including six centuries.&nbsp;The off-spinner was part of India's victorious runs in the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy.

Ashwin will be back in Chennai colours in IPL 2025, after being bought by the CSK franchise in IPL 2025 mega auction. He represented the Yellow Army from 2010-2015, being part of their winning runs in 2010 and 2011.

R Ashwin retired from international cricket on Wednesday (Dec 18) following the Gabba Test between India and Australia, of the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), in Brisbane.

R Ashwin retired from international cricket on Wednesday (Dec 18) following the Gabba Test between India and Australia, of the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), in Brisbane. After his retirement, he announced that he would be leaving for India and the wily spinner reached his hometown Chennai on Thursday (Dec 19). Meeting reporters in his hometown post his arrival, Ashwin made it clear that he has 'no regrets' and aspires to play for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for long. Talking to the media, Ashwin quashed rumours of having regrets of not captaining India during his 14-year-long career. He said, "I can't any more. It's done. No, I have zero regrets. I have seen so many people with regrets from afar, but I don't want to live my life like that." On his plans post retirement, the 38-year-old Ashwin stated, "I want to be idle-no immediate plans. Being idle is difficult for me. He added, "I am going to play for CSK, and don't be surprised if I try and aspire to play for as long as I can. I don't think Ashwin the cricketer is done. I think Ashwin the Indian cricketer has probably called it time. That's it." Also read: 'Bit disappointed you retired, wanted you to go past 619': Anil Kumble reacts to Ashwin's retirement "Thanks to all of you. I didn't expect so many of you to come. I thought I would quietly reach home, but you've all made my day. The last time it was like this was when I returned home after the 2011 World Cup. It brought back those memories," Ashwin concluded. Ashwin ended his international career having represented India in 106 Tests, 116 ODIs and 65 T20Is. He accounted for 537 Test scalps (second-most by an Indian) and 228 wickets in white-ball formats. He even returned with 3,503 Test runs, including six centuries. The off-spinner was part of India's victorious runs in the 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy. Ashwin will be back in Chennai colours in IPL 2025, after being bought by the CSK franchise in IPL 2025 mega auction. He represented the Yellow Army from 2010-2015, being part of their winning runs in 2010 and 2011.

I have zero regrets, want to play for CSK as long as possible, says R Ashwin post his international retirement

R Ashwin shocked the cricketing fraternity by announcing his international retirement soon after the third Test between India and Australia, at The Gabba, Brisbane, ended in a draw. Ashwin ended his illustrious career with 537 Test scalps, only behind Anil Kumble (who tops the list for India with 619 wickets) and 228 wickets in white-ball formats.

Ashwin had a real chance of surpassing Kumble to become India's highest wicket-taker in the purest format. However, he retired in the middle of the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). Thus, Kumble reacted to his retirement and expressed his disappointment as he was backing Ashwin to surpass his wicket-tally.

"Congratulations, Ash, on a fantastic career. You’ve been a champion bowler for India, a champion all-rounder for India. You’ll certainly be missed. It’s not that easy, carrying that kind of expectation day in and day out. You’ve done it right throughout your career. You’ve been a match-winner for India, and Team India will certainly miss you," Kumble said in a video shared by ESPNcricinfo.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/bgt-2024-25-it-doesnt-help-cheteshwar-pujara-reveals-reason-behind-rohits-struggles-at-number-6-785179">BGT 2024-25: 'It doesn't help...,' Cheteshwar Pujara reveals reason behind Rohit's struggles at number 6</a>

"I, for one, am a bit disappointed that you ended your career today at the international level. Ideally, I would have wanted to see you go beyond 619, but you have your reasons for that," Kumble further opined.

"All the best to you in your second chapter. And I am sure it will be as glorious as chapter one. So, Ash, here’s to a fantastic career that you’ve had for India. And congratulations once again. All the very best. Catch you soon," the former Indian captain added.

Ashwin ends his career as India's second-highest wicket-taker in international cricket, finishing with 765 victims. Only Kumble is ahead of him, with 953 scalps.&nbsp;

R Ashwin shocked the cricketing fraternity by announcing his international retirement soon after the third Test between India and Australia, at The Gabba, Brisbane, ended in a draw.

R Ashwin shocked the cricketing fraternity by announcing his international retirement soon after the third Test between India and Australia, at The Gabba, Brisbane, ended in a draw. Ashwin ended his illustrious career with 537 Test scalps, only behind Anil Kumble (who tops the list for India with 619 wickets) and 228 wickets in white-ball formats. Ashwin had a real chance of surpassing Kumble to become India's highest wicket-taker in the purest format. However, he retired in the middle of the ongoing 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). Thus, Kumble reacted to his retirement and expressed his disappointment as he was backing Ashwin to surpass his wicket-tally. "Congratulations, Ash, on a fantastic career. You’ve been a champion bowler for India, a champion all-rounder for India. You’ll certainly be missed. It’s not that easy, carrying that kind of expectation day in and day out. You’ve done it right throughout your career. You’ve been a match-winner for India, and Team India will certainly miss you," Kumble said in a video shared by ESPNcricinfo. Also read: BGT 2024-25: 'It doesn't help...,' Cheteshwar Pujara reveals reason behind Rohit's struggles at number 6 "I, for one, am a bit disappointed that you ended your career today at the international level. Ideally, I would have wanted to see you go beyond 619, but you have your reasons for that," Kumble further opined. "All the best to you in your second chapter. And I am sure it will be as glorious as chapter one. So, Ash, here’s to a fantastic career that you’ve had for India. And congratulations once again. All the very best. Catch you soon," the former Indian captain added. Ashwin ends his career as India's second-highest wicket-taker in international cricket, finishing with 765 victims. Only Kumble is ahead of him, with 953 scalps.

'Bit disappointed you retired, wanted you to go past 619': Anil Kumble reacts to Ashwin's retirement

Indian Bowlers With Most Test Wickets In Australia

Wickets: 52 | Innings: 19

Wickets: 51 | Innings: 21

Wickets: 49 | Innings: 18

Wickets: 40 | Innings: 19

Wickets: 35 | Innings: 14

Indian Bowlers With Most Test Wickets In Australia Bumrah Kapil Kumble Ashwin Bedi

Indian Batters With Most International Runs In Away Countries

Runs: 3,552

Runs: 3,300 

Runs: 2,686

Runs: 2,645

Runs: 2,637

Runs: 2,626

Indian Batters With Most International Runs In Away Countries Tendulkar Kohli Dravid

6 Massive Test Records Held By R Ashwin

Joint most 10-wicket hauls in Test cricket

Highest wicket-taker (537) in Tests among active players

First-ever cricketer to have 20-plus fifty-plus scores along with 30-plus five-wicket hauls in Test cricket

Ashwin is the quickest to reach to 250, 300 and 350 wickets in red-ball cricket

Ashwin signs off with most Player-of-the-Series awards in Tests (11)

First three Test hundreds:
150, 170 not out, 186

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