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In a recent revelation, former Indian cricket stalwart Harbhajan Singh addressed long-standing rumors of a rift between him and Ravichandran Ashwin. The speculation came to the fore after Ashwin’s unexpected retirement announcement, closing a chapter in one of the most illustrious careers in Indian cricket.
Ravichandran Ashwin: A key figure in Indian spin bowling
Ashwin, who recently announced his retirement from international cricket after the Gabba test against Australia, he was a key figure in the Indian spin bowling line-up. His career, spanning more than a decade, saw him cross paths with Harbhajan, another legendary spinner known for his aggressive style and significant contribution to Indian cricket. Over the years, comparisons between these two unpredictable partners have been inevitable, leading to rumors of a rift, especially on social media platforms.
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Harbhajan Singh talks about rumors of rift with Ashwin
In a candid video posted on his YouTube channel, Harbhajan tried to set the record straight. He began by praising Ashwin’s achievements, mentioning how exceptional Ashwin has been for the Indian team and was happy for the Chennai-born cricketer’s achievements. Harbhajan had reckoned that if there was any issue between him and Ashwin, he would be the first to clear things up, but it was nothing like this.
“He was a phenomenal bowler for India. I am very happy for his success. If there is a conflict between me and Ashwin or if there is ever a fight, argument or disagreement, I will be the first person to go to him and ask what the problem is. But it has never been like this, nor will it ever be.” Harbhajan said on his YouTube channel, calling any speculation of a personal feud baseless.
He further clarified that his comments, which often criticized the spin-friendly nature of Indian pitches, were misconstrued as criticism aimed at Ashwin.
“If people are twisting things on Twitter and making it look like I have a problem with Ashwin, then that’s their point of view. I’m a bit vocal about the fact that the pitches India play cricket on are not good tracks,” Harbhajan added.
