Updated On: 27 August, 2025 02:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ashwin made the announcement via social media post, hinting at his intention to explore opportunities in overseas T20 leagues after his retirement from the IPL. "They say every ending will have a new start, my time as an IPL cricketer comes to a close today, but my time as an explorer of the game around various leagues begins today," Ashwin posted

R Ashwin (Pic: AFP)
Veteran India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has officially brought down the curtain on his Indian Premier League (IPL) career, drawing to a close a 16-year journey in the tournament. As he announced his retirement from the league, Chennai Super Kings, paid a heartfelt tribute to one of their most respected players.
Following his announcement, Chennai Super Kings paid a touching tribute, celebrating Ashwin’s contributions both on and off the field. "Chepauk`s own. The carrom-ball thiruppura-sundaran! From your first run-ups in Yellove on the dusty tracks of Anbuden to absolute spin domination in the world`s grandest arenas, you`ve given us everything. You`ve pillared our legacy and made Fortress Chepauk roar like no other! You truly have the streets, Ashwin!" wrote CSK on X.
Chepauk’s own. ?
The carrom-ball thiruppura-sundaran! ✨
From your first run-ups in Yellove on the dusty tracks of Anbuden to absolute spin domination in the world’s grandest arenas, you’ve given us everything. ?
You’ve pillared our legacy and made Fortress Chepauk roar like…