Overview

• Ashwin announced his IPL retirement on August 27 in a social-media video, ending a career of 221 matches and 187 wickets that ranks fifth on the league’s all-time list.
• He confirmed he has registered for one overseas franchise league and said he is open to playing abroad, without naming the competition.
• Reports citing Cricbuzz say he is exploring player‑coach opportunities with potential destinations including The Hundred, Major League Cricket and ILT20, while SA20 options appear limited with squads largely set.
• He praised MS Dhoni’s ability to manage the IPL’s demands at an advanced age and stressed that his decision was about workload and recovery rather than any CSK trade or release.
• CSK and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad posted tributes highlighting his impact with the franchise, where he won titles in 2010 and 2011 and is among their leading wicket-takers.