Ravichandran Ashwin Reveals Why He Delayed Retirement, Thanks MS Dhoni for CSK Return

Ravichandran Ashwin Reveals Why He Delayed Retirement, Thanks MS Dhoni for CSK Return: Ravichandran Ashwin has retired from international cricket after playing 106 Test matches. The veteran off-spinner ended his career during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. However, he originally planned to retire earlier.

Ravichandran Ashwin Statment on 100th Test

Ashwin wanted to retire after his 100th Test, which was in Dharamsala during England’s tour of India. He even invited MS Dhoni to be there and hand him a special memento. But Dhoni could not attend the match.

‘I called MS Dhoni for my 100th Test in Dharamshala to hand over the memento. I wanted to make that my last Test. But he couldn’t make it. However, I didn’t think he would give me the gift of getting me back to CSK. It’s a much better one. So, thank you, MS, for doing it. I’m glad to be here,’ – Ravichandran Ashwin 

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) organized a ceremony for Ashwin’s milestone. He received a memento from the BCCI, but he wished MS Dhoni was the one to hand it over. Speaking at a book launch event in Chennai, Ashwin revealed that though his wish was unfulfilled, he got an even bigger surprise later.

‘I just want to enjoy playing here’ – Ashwin on playing for CSK in IPL 2025 

R Ashwin first team in IPL – CSK

Ashwin started his IPL career with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2008 and played until 2015. After that, he played for Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Rajasthan Royals. Now, nearly a decade later, he is back with CSK.

“I have come back to CSK not as someone who has achieved a lot, but as someone who has come full circle. I just want to enjoy playing here, just like before. This is a wonderful place to be,” he added.

✌️Ashwin’s return to CSK has thrilled fans. His experience will add great value to the team for IPL 2025.