India bowler R. Ashwin withdrew from the continuing Check match between India and England in Rajkot as a consequence of a household emergency, the BCCI confirmed on Friday.
“Ravichandran Ashwin has withdrawn from the Check squad, efficient instantly as a consequence of a household medical emergency. In these difficult occasions, the Board of Management for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the staff absolutely helps Ashwin,” the assertion mentioned.
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“The BCCI extends its heartfelt help to the champion cricketer and his household. The well being and well-being of the gamers and their family members are of utmost significance. The Board requests respect for the privateness of Ashwin and his household as they navigate via this difficult time,” the assertion from the board added.
The alternative for the off-spinner for the continuing match was not introduced. The 37-year-old, on Friday, throughout Day 2 of the Check, grew to become solely the second Indian bowler to document 500 wickets within the format.
England ended the second Day on 207 for 2, trailing India by 238 runs. Ashwin picked the wicket of Zak Crawley.