Ashwin to return on day fourpublished at 04:47 Greenwich Mean Time 18 FebruaryBreaking
The BCCI has now confirmed what Kuldeep Yadav hinted at earlier.
Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will return to the Test today, having left before day three for a family emergency.
"The team management, players, media and fans have shown immense understanding and empathy, acknowledging the importance of family as a priority," the BCCI said.
"The team and its supporters have stood united in support of Ashwin during this challenging period, and the management is delighted to welcome him back to the field."