Veteran Indian Spinner Ravichandran Ashwin Retires From IPL After 17 Years

Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), concluding a remarkable 17-year career in franchise cricket. Ashwin played 221 IPL matches across five different teams, taking 187 wickets, making him the fifth-highest wicket-taker in IPL history, and was known for his tactical acumen and adaptability. He began his IPL journey with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2009 and returned to CSK for his final season in 2025 before retiring. Ashwin’s retirement comes shortly after stepping away from international cricket, and he has expressed intentions to explore opportunities in global T20 leagues and coaching. His IPL career included notable moments such as captaining Punjab Kings and pioneering tactical moves like pinch-hitting and a controversial run-out in IPL matches. CSK and the cricket community have paid tribute to his legacy, highlighting his impact on the league and his future role as a mentor and cricketing mind.