Overview
- Ashwin said he injured his knee while training in Chennai and underwent a procedure that ends his BBL|15 campaign.
- Sydney Thunder confirmed his unavailability and said they are working on a recovery-based schedule that could include a dugout presence later in the season.
- The spinner will also miss the Hong Kong Sixes, with Robin Uthappa named as his replacement for India.
- Thunder can sign an injury replacement and retain depth with spin options including Chris Green, Tanveer Sangha, Shadab Khan and Tom Andrews.
- Ashwin became eligible for overseas leagues after retiring from international cricket in 2024 and leaving the IPL in August 2025, having committed to the Thunder after going unsold in the ILT20 auction.