When Ashwin Took the Metro to Avoid Jallikattu Traffic in Chennai

Ravichandran Ashwin has been rested for the T20 series against England.

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He might be one of the best bowlers in the world, but Ravichandran Ashwin still has feet firmly on the ground. After being rested from the upcoming ODI series against England, the cricketer flew to his hometown Chennai on Monday.

However, after getting stuck in traffic caused by the ongoing Jallikattu protests, the 30-year-old decided to take the local metro to get home.

“It was great travelling with fellow Chennaiites on metro rail,” he said.

“When my manager contacted the police for security, they offered support immediately. I want to thank the assistant commissioner of police Vijay Kumar and the CISF personnel (two escorts) for their timely help and the manner in which they made me feel comfortable,” he told the daily.

(With inputs from Times of India.)