India's premier off-spinner R Ashwin on Wednesday stunned the cricketing world by bidding adieu to his international career in the middle of the ongoing Test series against Australia here despite having a "bit of punch left" in him. Midday takes a look at his life with wife Prithi Narayanan and their two children and the fun times they share as a family. (Pictures/ Ravichandran Ashwin Instagram)
19 December,2024 03:04 PM IST | E A
"If I am not needed right now in the series, I am better off saying goodbye to the game," R Ashwin told India skipper Rohit Sharma before his surprise international retirement, refusing to let anyone else write his script after 14 years of service to the game. It is understood that retirement was on his mind after the home series against New Zealand, which India shockingly lost 0-3. He had made it clear to the team management that if he was not guaranteed a place in the playing eleven during the Australia series, he would not even travel Down Under. (Photos: AFP)
19 December,2024 11:46 AM IST | E A
Vinod Kambli's entry into international cricket was nothing short of spectacular. He quickly made a name for himself with back-to-back double centuries in Test cricket, a feat that suggested a future brimming with promise. (Pic: AFP/Screengrab/X)
05 December,2024 02:59 PM IST | E A
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal activists on Monday protested outside the Bangladesh Embassy in Mumbai against the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Pics/Satej Shinde
02 December,2024 05:06 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his past negotiations with the United States only confirmed Washington's "unchangeable" hostility toward his country and described his nuclear buildup as the only way to counter external threats, state media said Friday. (Pics/AFP)
22 November,2024 01:10 PM IST | ronak mastakar
PM Modi highlighted the deep bonds between India and Guyana, emphasising shared culture, cuisine, and the mutual passion for cricket. He described cricket as a way of life for both nations, celebrating the role it plays in their national identities. He praised Guyanese cricket fans for their enthusiastic support of Team India during the T-20 World Cup. (Pics/ PTI)
22 November,2024 08:23 AM IST | Anisha Shrivastava
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction is set to be a thrilling event, with several seasoned players making an attempt to secure their place in the tournament. Here are the players you need to know (Pic: File Pic)
18 November,2024 09:16 AM IST | Sujay Shivalkar
Members of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal protested outside the Consulate General of Canada in Mumbai at Prabhadevi on Wednesday (PICS/SHADAB KHAN)
06 November,2024 07:14 PM IST | Divya Nair
Tuesday marks the 36th birthday of talismanic batter Virat Kohli. Renowned for his exceptional sporting talent, Kohli is equally admired for his devotion to family and his role as a loving husband and father. Mid-Day takes a moment to reflect on his remarkable career journey and share some rare, candid photos that capture intimate moments with his family and teammates. From his cricketing triumphs to his cherished family bonds, these glimpses offer a deeper look at the man behind the legend. (Photos: Virat Kohli/ Instagram)
05 November,2024 07:24 PM IST | E A
On the occasion of Virat Kohli's 36th birthday, here are some of his remarkable 82-run knocks throughout his career you need to know (Pic: File Pic/AFP)
05 November,2024 09:34 AM IST | Sujay ShivalkarADVERTISEMENT
