4 Aug 2026 (Navroze Bureau) : India pacer Arshdeep Singh publicly apologised to veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, saying he would also message him personally to clear up the matter.
The apology came after Arshdeep admitted that a recent incident had unintentionally upset Ashwin, prompting him to address the issue openly.
Arshdeep Offers Public Apology
Speaking about the matter, Arshdeep said he never intended to disrespect the senior cricketer and expressed regret if his actions or comments had been misunderstood.
He added that he planned to contact Ashwin directly to apologise personally.
Respect for Senior Players
Arshdeep emphasised that he has immense respect for Ashwin’s achievements and contribution to Indian cricket.
The left-arm pacer said learning from experienced players has always been an important part of his journey.
Ashwin Yet to Respond
At the time of reporting, Ravichandran Ashwin had not publicly responded to Arshdeep’s apology.
Fans on social media praised Arshdeep for taking responsibility and choosing to resolve the issue respectfully.
Focus Returns to Cricket
With the apology made, attention is expected to shift back to India’s upcoming cricket assignments, where both players remain key figures in Indian cricket.