Veteran all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin discussed how he has liberated himself from external and internal pressures, aiming to play cricket with a smile. After scoring a crucial century against Bangladesh,

Ravichandran Ashwin, on Friday, revealed his newfound liberation from external and internal pressures, focusing on playing cricket with joy. He described how a century against Bangladesh highlighted his shift in mindset,

Ravichandran Ashwin scored 113 in the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. This was his second century in the longest format of the game at this venue. In addition to two centuries, Ashwin also has four five-wicket hauls at his home venue.

Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja staged an impressive recovery for India against Bangladesh in Chennai. From a precarious position at 144 for six, their unbroken 195-run stand propelled India to 339 for six by day's close.

Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja stepped up to save India's first innings with crucial contributions against Bangladesh in Chennai

Ravichandran Ashwin on Friday said he has liberated himself from the clutches of external and internal pressure, and now he is just looking to play cricket "with a smile on face."

Ravichandran Ashwin scored 113, forming a crucial partnership with Ravindra Jadeja to lead India to 376 all out on day two of the first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud took five wickets,