BBL 2025: Ravichandran Ashwin to miss Big Bash League 2025
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Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has withdrawn from his much-anticipated Big Bash League (BBL) debut with the Sydney Thunder after being advised to undergo knee surgery. The decision came as a setback for the veteran cricketer, who was poised to become the first capped Indian player to feature in the Australian T20 league, a landmark moment for both Ashwin and Indian cricket. Expressing his disappointment, Ashwin acknowledged that the injury had disrupted his post-IPL plans but emphasized that recovery and long-term fitness remain his top priorities. The Sydney Thunder confirmed that they are maintaining close communication with Ashwin and will work with him on a revised engagement plan once he completes rehabilitation.
Following his retirement from the IPL earlier in the year, Ashwin had been exploring opportunities in overseas leagues to extend his T20 career internationally. His contract with the Thunder was reportedly his only confirmed deal, coming after he went unsold in the ILT20 auction. The veteran off-spinner had committed to being available for the entire 2025-26 BBL season, but the unfortunate injury has now postponed those plans, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his potential return once fully recovered.
A letter from Ash💚 pic.twitter.com/mQqjpUYS9O
— Sydney Thunder (@ThunderBBL) November 4, 2025
Ravichandran Ashwin stands as one of India’s most accomplished and intelligent spin bowlers, renowned for his versatility, tactical acumen, and consistency across all formats of the game. Since making his international debut in 2010, Ashwin has evolved into a modern great, representing India in over 450 international matches and amassing more than 700 wickets. His ability to adapt, from deceiving batters with flight and guile in Test cricket to delivering economical spells in limited-overs formats, has made him one of the most complete spinners of his generation.
Beyond his numbers, Ashwin is celebrated for his cricketing intellect and innovative approach. He has constantly reinvented his bowling, adding variations like the carrom ball and slider to outthink the world’s best batters. His match-winning spells in India’s home Tests and crucial performances overseas have played a defining role in many of the team’s historic victories. Off the field, Ashwin is known for his articulate views on the game, often engaging thoughtfully on tactical and technical aspects of cricket. His remarkable journey, from a Chennai-based all-rounder to one of the world’s leading spinners - reflects resilience, adaptability, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence that continues to inspire future generations.
