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Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Wednesday.
The 38-year-old offspinner took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account to pen a note bidding farewell to the cash-rich league.
“Special day and hence a special beginning,” he wrote. “They say every ending will have a new start, my time as an IPL cricketer comes to a close today.”
In his note, Ashwin hinted at playing franchise cricket globally, stating, “My journey as an explorer of the game in various leagues begins today.”
He also expressed gratitude to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and IPL franchises for the opportunities, mentioning that he created wonderful memories during his time in the marquee league.
“Would like to thank all the franchisees for all the wonderful memories and relationships over the years, and most importantly, the @IPL and the @BCCI for what they have given me until now,” Ravichandran Ashwin added.
“Look forward to enjoying and making the most of what’s ahead of me.”
Since his debut in 2009, he has represented several teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL), including Chennai Super Kings, Kings XI Punjab, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, and Rising Pune Supergiants.
Over the course of 220 matches, he took 187 wickets and scored 833 runs.
He leaves the IPL as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in the tournament’s history, having participated in 16 of the 18 IPL seasons.
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