“I could see tears coming out of Sachin Tendulkar's eyes. It was a very special moment for him. We won the World Cup for him. Otherwise, his great career would have been incomplete,” said off-spinner R. Ashwin after he arrived in the city on Monday.
Ashwin impressed in the league game against the West Indies at Chepauk and in the quarterfinal versus Australia at Motera.
Remembering the moments soon after India's triumph, he said, “There were emotions flying around. It was an unbelievable feeling. For a few seconds I did not realise what was happening. And to see the people celebrate in such a fashion was wonderful.”
The off-spinner said, “Dhoni is a great captain. He handled things so well. Everything he touches turns to gold. People were saying that I should have been in the eleven in the semifinal and the final but Dhoni was proved right in playing three pacemen. I cannot ask for anything more than a World Cup for India.”
On his best personal moment in the competition, Ashwin said, “It was when I bowled Shane Watson in the quarterfinal. The field was straight and I knew he would look for the slog sweep. The ball turned just enough.”
Keywords: Cricket World Cup 2011
Get going Ravi...!After your superb performance against England,I... I mean we hope to see take 5-wicket haul in the test series against West Indies. I am sure you will not disappoint us. ALL THE BEST.
ashwin you are a good bowler and your doing a great job in csk too.
all my friends like you so much.really i like you so much.
Ashwin, without any hard feeling for not being in 11 in final, you have said "I cannot ask for anything more than a World Cup for India". It shows your committment and sincerity for a common goal. Wishing you to have a good day ahead.
Ashwin, you have done really a very great job.Your exercise is really resplendent and awe-inspiring. You are true that Dhoni is a worthful captain for team India. We are very fortunate to have players like you people in the team, who atlast won the battle crossing the mountains of rocks and thorns bearing pains and sprains. I cordially congratulate all of you.
Coimbatore,Tamilnadu,India and the enitire tamil community proud of you. All the best for IPL
Hi Aswhin, I had seen your bowling, now i want to see you in your batting allrounder like Irfan Pathan
Ashwin, regardless whether you played in the final or not, you were part of this prestigeous 2011 World Cup team and you richly deserve to be part of it a and no one can erase it. More importantly, you have become part of Indian ODI team for future and you continue to perrform at the highest level and that should be your goal in Indian cricket. I am sure with everyone's blessings you will reach new heights and see you soon in Australia at the end of the year.
God bless you Ashwin. Well Done.Wish u a very bright future!
As it is pointed out elsewhere in this newspaper, Ashwin might have played only two games but his performance meant Harbhajan should bowl well to keep his place.
It is generous of Ashwin to say that Dhoni was right in choosing pacers over him though he poved himself worthy of inclusion.
Ashwin's dedication is commendable. I hope he plays more often for team India :: Regards from Bangalore, India.
Ashwin, you are a matchwinner. Like Dhoni said, you have the mental strength. It's very good to see large hearted people like you and Gauti in the team. Keep up the good work and make all the Indians proud in the coming years. Good luck and savour the moment.
Way to Go Ashwin... You delivered the most under pressure against wonderful teams.. It is unbelievable show and you performed like a legend on the field..
A very touching photograph. The old grandpa, religious and apparently living a simple life, must have been thrilled in mind but has controlled his emotions. Parents look so contented and thankful. A real snapshot of India's family life. May the Good Lord give Ashwin Godspeed.
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