Overview

• Ashwin announced his decision on X, saying his IPL career ends and he will now explore opportunities in leagues around the world.
• He departs as the IPL’s fifth-highest wicket-taker with 187 wickets, having played for CSK, Rising Pune Supergiant, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals, and won titles with CSK in 2010 and 2011.
• His final season came with CSK in 2025 after a INR 9.75 crore auction return, featuring in nine matches for seven wickets as the team finished bottom of the table.
• CSK posted a celebratory message thanking him for his contributions, underscoring his long association with the franchise from debut to farewell.
• Media have linked him to potential overseas tournaments such as The Hundred, though no contract has been announced and those reports remain unconfirmed.