Ashwin backs Sachin Tendulkar over Virat Kohli, cites era-specific challenges

Ravichandran Ashwin weighed in on the ongoing debate between Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli over batting excellence in a Times of India article published on September 30, 2026.

He argued Tendulkar's standing is elevated because of the challenges prevalent in his playing days. He said he appreciates Kohli's remarkable achievements and consistency and noted the inherent difficulties in comparing legends from different eras.