Sandy Verma
Tezzbuzz|26-09-2025
New Delhi: Ravichandran Ashwin on Chiursday Became the First High-Profile Indian Cricketer to join the big Bash League, Signing with Sydney Thunder.
Ashwin, who recently retired from the Indian Premier League, is now free to participate in T20 Leagues Worldwide. The Veteran Off-Spinner Had also Announced His Retirement from International Cricket during India’s Australia Tour Last Year.
The 39-year-old will be available for the second half of the bbl, scheduled to run from December 14 to January 25.
“Thunder was crystal clear about how they use med me and brave enough to back it. My conversations with the Leadership was excelleent, and we’re full aligned on my Role,” Adwin was quoted as saying Cricket.com.au.
“I love how dave warner plays the game, and it’s always better when your leader shares your mindset. I can’t wait to perform for the thunder nation.”
Thunder General Manager Trent Copland Called It The Biggest Signing in BBL History.
“I think it’s arguably the biggest signing in bbl history – First Indian legend and an icon of the game,” copland said.
“He’s a very competitive guy but one of the most impressive things has been mented a thing about our Club, He Said, ‘I Loved What Sam Billings Did For You GUYS LAST Year AST Player.
“And if i was to play there, I would really want to make sure I leave a positive impact on tanveer sangha and chris green ‘.”
Ashwin will be the first India male cricket to feature in the competition. India-Born Unmukt Chand and Nikhil Chaudhary Played in the BBL after migrating overseas.
Ashwin has also entered the ult20 auction, and following its conclusion on January 4, he will join the thunder for the latter part of the season.
The Bcci Bars Active Indian Players from Taking Part in Foreign Leagues while Still Involved With the National Side or the IPL.
A decorated India Career Saw Ashwin Become the Country’s Second-Highest Wicket-TAKER in Tests with 537 Scalps, Behind only anil kumble’s 619.
In the IPL, Ashwin Featured in 221 Mats, Picking Up 187 Wickets at 30.22 with Best Figures of 4/34. He also contributed 833 runs with the bat, including a highest score of 50.
(With pti inputs)