Ashwin withdraws from Rajkot Test because of family emergency

India offspinner R Ashwin has withdrawn from India's Test side in Rajkot, effective immediately, because of a family medical emergency. "The BCCI stretches out its sincere help to the hero cricketer and his family," the Indian board said in a media discharge. "The wellbeing and prosperity of the players and their friends and family are of most extreme significance. The Load up demands regard for the protection of Ashwin and his family as they explore through this difficult time. "The Board and the group will keep on giving any essential help to Ashwin and will keep the lines of correspondence open to offer help depending on the situation. Group India values the comprehension and sympathy of the fans and media during this touchy period." The BCCI's declaration came at 11pm IST, hours after the subsequent day's play in Rajkot had finished, during which Ashwin had given India their most memorable wicket of the Test. Ashwin's withdrawal could leave India with just ten players, with three days of play left in the Rajkot Test. Normally, playing substitutes are just allowed for players precluded by blackouts or Coronavirus. Without even a trace of Ashwin, India are left with Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav as cutting edge turn choices until the end of this Test. With his wicket on the subsequent day, Ashwin had arrived at a huge achievement, turning into the 10th bowler to 500 Test wickets.