R Ashwin to Take Part in These Two Blockbuster Leagues After IPL Retirement
Ravichandran Ashwin registers for ILT20 auction and may also join BBL, marking a new chapter in franchise cricket.
Veteran Indian spinner R Ashwin is making a return to franchise cricket, registering for the upcoming ILT20 auction, with reports suggesting he could also play in the Big Bash League (BBL).
This follows his retirement from international cricket and the IPL, where he last represented Chennai Super Kings.
The ILT20 season 4 auction is set for October 1 in Dubai. The league has shifted from a draft to an auction system, featuring Right-to-Match options and tiered base prices of $10,000, $40,000, and $80,000.
The tournament runs from December to January, offering players availability before international commitments.
Meanwhile, Cricket Australia has reached out to Ashwin about joining the BBL. If confirmed, he would be the first high-profile male Indian cricketer in the league.
His retired status from IPL and international cricket allows him flexibility, making him a valuable option for BBL franchises.
The scheduling works in Ashwin’s favour, with ILT20 finishing before the BBL starts. While his ILT20 participation is confirmed, BBL talks are ongoing.
Final clarity is expected after the ILT20 auction and the BBL draft, marking a new chapter in Ashwin’s post-IPL career.
