Written by Intern Queeny George M.H , Team Allycaral
August 27, 2025: One of Indian cricket’s most iconic spin bowlers, Ravichandran Ashwin, is contemplating retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The 38-year-old veteran has hinted at stepping away from the league, marking the close of a glittering IPL journey that began in 2009.
Ashwin made his debut for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and quickly became a cornerstone of their bowling attack. He played a pivotal role in CSK’s back-to-back title wins in 2010 and 2011, even earning Player of the Series in the Champions League T20 in 2010.
With 221 matches and 187 wickets, Ashwin currently ranks as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in IPL history. He featured in 16 of the 18 IPL seasons, representing a range of teams including:
- Chennai Super Kings (2009–2015)
- Rising Pune Supergiant (2016–2017)
- Punjab Kings (2018–2019, as captain)
- Delhi Capitals (2020–2021)
- Rajasthan Royals (2022–2025)
Ashwin’s intelligent bowling, leadership, and ability to adapt made him one of the most respected figures in the league. Whether opening the bowling or bowling the death overs, his versatility was unmatched.
“It’s been on my mind for a while,” Ashwin shared in a recent interview. “The IPL has given me everything. It may be time to pass the torch to the next generation.”
🎯 Career Highlights:
- IPL titles with CSK (2010, 2011)
- 187 wickets in 221 matches
- Captaincy stint with Punjab Kings
- Famous dismissal of Chris Gayle in IPL 2011 final
While Ashwin may be ready to exit IPL, he is expected to remain active in domestic cricket and coaching circles. His contributions to Indian cricket, both in IPL and international formats, continue to shape the next generation of players.
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