Experienced spinner as an end to a long time in IPL Ravichandran Ashwin Has made a big announcement to retire from this tournament.
Superstar cricketer Ashwin, who had already retired from international cricket, gave this news on social media on August 27 and thus his 16 -year -long IPL career came to an end. Ashwin’s decision came only a few months after his return to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2025 season. Earlier this month, there were reports that Ashwin had sought information from CSK about his role for IPL 2026, which increased speculation about his future. In an emotional post, Ashwin wrote, “It is said that there is a new beginning after every end. My journey as an IPL cricketer is ending today, but now I am ready to play in the second T20 leagues of the world.” This means that they are retiring from IPL, but want to continue their cricket in the rest of T20 leagues. This is only possible when an Indian player retires from all the formats of IPL and Indian cricket.
Ashwin played a total of 221 matches in the IPL and took 187 wickets, which made his record very good. He is one of the top five wickets of IPL after Yuzvendra Chahal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Sunil Naren and Piyush Chawla. In his career, Ashwin played for five franchisees like Chennai Super Kings, Rising Pune Supergiant, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals. He scored a total of 187 wickets and 833 runs. His 17 -year IPL career is known for his brilliant strategic skills and adaptation in bowling. Ashwin won two IPL titles with CSK in 2010 and 2011. His total IPL figures are also impressive in 212 matches took 180 wickets at an average of 29.83 and bowled at an economy rate of 7.12. Apart from bowling, he has also been a useful batsman in the lower order, who has scored more than 800 runs with a half -century. Ashwin has benefited every team from his bowling and experience while playing for five different franchises.
1. Chennai Super Kings (2008-2015):
Ashwin started his IPL career here and left his mark as a great spinner. He was an important member of the team, who won the IPL title twice in a row. With his off -spin bowling and good control, he gave less runs in Powerplay and middle overs. He took around 80 wickets for CSK. He returned in 2025, where he took 7 wickets in 9 matches.
2. Rising Pune Supergiants (2016-2017):
During the suspension of CSK, Ashwin played in the team of Rising Pune Supergiants. He helped the team with his experience and strategy. Although he was out of injury in 2017, he took 10 wickets in 2016.
3. Punjab Kings (2018-2019):
Here Ashwin played the responsibility of captaincy. He gave guidance to the team with his leadership and bowling skills. He took 25 wickets for Punjab in his two seasons. There was a lot of praise for clever change in bowling and strategic fielding under his captaincy.
4. Delhi Capitals (2020-2021):
In Delhi Capitals, Ashwin helped the team with his great experience. He formed a strong spin pair and contributed to the team to perform better. In 2020, he took 13 wickets in 13 and 2021. He remained a guide and calm under pressure for young players.
5. Rajasthan Royals (2022-2024):
With Rajasthan Royals, Ashwin was playing an important role in the team’s strategy. He continued to teach young players and perform important in matches. He took 12 wickets in 2022, 14 in 2023 and 9 wickets in 2024. The variety of bowling and ability to mold themselves according to circumstances was very important for Rajasthan Royals.
