Ravichandran Ashwin / Ashwin can give his name for auction in this foreign league, auction will be held on 30th September

Ravichandran Ashwin: Ashwin recently shocked the cricket world when he announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL). The announcement was even more surprising as Ashwin also retired from international cricket in the middle of the Australia tour in late 2024. Cricket fans hoped that Ashwin would now showcase his experience and skills in the IPL, but the IPL 2025 season did not live up to expectations for him. When Ashwin announced his retirement from the IPL, he made it clear that he is now planning to play in foreign T20 leagues.

Meanwhile, a big news has come out regarding his participation in the International T20 League (IL T20). Ashwin can give name for auction in IL T20 The next season of the International T20 League to be held in the UAE will be played from 2 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. The auction process of players for this league will be held on 30 September 2025. According to a Cricbuzz report, Ashwin has expressed his desire to play in this T20 league and he can include his name in the player auction. In his statement to Cricbuzz, Ashwin said, "Yes, I am in talks with the organizers. I hope that if I give my name in the auction, I will definitely find a buyer."

Earlier in this league, players were selected in the teams through the draft system, but from this season it has been decided to start the auction process. This change is considered a step towards making the league more exciting.

IL T20 League and its teams

A total of six teams participate in the International T20 League.

These include:

• MI Emirates
• Gulf Giants
• Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
• Sharjah Warriors
• Dubai Capitals
• Desert Vipers

This league attracts many legendary players of world cricket, including names like Andre Russell, Moeen Ali, and Adil Rashid. Last season, Dubai Capitals won the title, which further highlighted the competitiveness of this league.

Ashwin can become the fourth Indian player

If Ashwin takes part in this league, he will become the fourth Indian player to play in the IL T20. Before him, Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, and Yusuf Pathan have showcased their talent in this league. Ashwin's experience and his off-spin bowling will definitely add a new dimension to this league. His strategic thinking and ability to read the game make him a valuable player in any T20 format.

Ashwin's cricket career and new direction

Ashwin's cricket career has been an example for Indian cricket. His achievements in Test cricket, especially his bowling and all-round performance, establish him as a great player. However, after retirement from international cricket and IPL, he is now trying to give a new direction to his career. His possible participation in the IL T20 is an exciting news not only for his fans but also for global cricket.