Ravichandran Ashwin Announces Retirement from IPL, Opens Door to Global T20 Leagues

Ravichandran Ashwin Announces Retirement from IPL, Opens Door to Global T20 Leagues

New Delhi, August 27 – Veteran Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has officially retired from the Indian Premier League, bringing an end to his long and illustrious run in the tournament. The 37-year-old off-spinner made the announcement on social media, expressing gratitude to all franchises, the IPL, and the BCCI for years of unforgettable memories and partnerships. He added that while his IPL journey had concluded, new opportunities in other cricket leagues around the world could soon begin.

Ashwin was part of Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025, a season that proved highly disappointing for the team. With his exit, speculations are rising that CSK could undergo major changes before the next season. Though stepping away from the IPL, Ashwin is expected to participate in overseas T20 leagues, something now possible after his complete retirement from Indian domestic and international cricket. As per agency report, BCCI does not permit active Indian cricketers to play in foreign leagues, but retired players are free to do so.

Ashwin’s IPL career, spanning from 2008 to 2025, was as decorated as his international one. He represented Chennai Super Kings, Rising Pune Supergiants, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Rajasthan Royals, even captaining Punjab Kings for a period. In 220 IPL matches, he scored 833 runs and claimed 187 wickets, making him the fifth most successful bowler in IPL history.

His international cricketing journey ended in December 2024, but not before cementing his legacy as one of the finest off-spinners the game has ever seen. Between 2010 and 2024, Ashwin played 106 Tests, taking 537 wickets and scoring 3,503 runs with six centuries and 14 fifties. In ODIs, he picked up 156 wickets in 116 games, while in T20Is, he had 72 wickets in 65 matches.

Ashwin’s ability to contribute both with the ball and bat made him a vital asset across formats. His legacy in Indian cricket, especially as a match-winning Test bowler and a dependable lower-order batsman, will remain etched in the game’s history. His move away from IPL marks the end of an era, but fans may soon see him taking on new challenges in global T20 circuits.