Ashwin reveals Manjrekar's criticism motivated him to improve fitness and bowling

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Retired Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up about how critical comments from former cricketer and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar once angered him and strained their relationship. Ashwin admitted the remarks initially stung but ultimately drove him to work harder on his fitness and refine his bowling skills. Manjrekar later acknowledged Ashwin's excellence by praising him in a written article. Ashwin ended his international career as India's second-highest wicket-taker across all formats, finishing with 765 wickets. He continues to play in T20 leagues and is regarded as one of India's greatest all-rounders.

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