I lead without a title and don't even know if I want to be vice-captain, says Ravichandran Ashwin

New Delhi: India's premier spinner and ICC World No.1 bowler Ravichandran Ashwin has seen tremendous success coming his way, both on and off the pitch but the question about 'why he isn't India's vice-captain?' has been bother his fans for quite some time.

In an interview with the Hindu, Ashwin answered the tricky question saying,

"I have really crossed that stage, where I think I deserved this or being faced with decisions that is not in my hands. I lead without a title. I end up playing a crucial part in most matches which India wins. If there are some parameters cricket adapts, a lot of things will be different around cricket. But unfortunately cricket is not as professional as it should be. I have got to the stage where I have realised, I am not here to change the whole thing, but if it is possible for me to change things, I will. As of now, I am at peace with myself.

"To be honest, I am not even sure if I want to be a vice-captain. I do a lot of hard work. So to try and think at what is not coming my way is way too demanding on my mind," said Ashwin.

Ashwin, who was recently named the 'Don Bradman of bowling' by Steve Waugh, thanked the legendary Aussie captain for the honour.

“It’s obviously a great honour when one legend of the game compares you with the best to have ever played the game,” the off-spinner said.

The Chennai- born spinner lauded Waugh in return, for his contribution to the Australian team.

“Steve Waugh is one captain I have admired over the years, and grew up watching him lead a near-invincible Australian side. He raised the bar for other skippers. This accolade will be hard to live up to but I will strive earnestly to ensure my performance graph is always high.”