Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin on Wednesday (August 27) announced that he will not feature in the Indian Premier League (IPL) from the next season.

Ashwin confirmed his decision through social media while thanking IPL franchises he has played over the years and the BCCI.

He wrote, "Special day and hence a special beginning. They say every ending will have a new start, my time as an IPL cricketer comes to a close today, but my time as an explorer of the game around various leagues begins today. 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. Look forward to enjoying and making the most of what’s ahead of me".

Ashwin was signed by CSK for INR 9.75 crore during the mega auction last November as he returned to his home franchise after a gap of eight years. However, the IPL 2025 season was rather disappointing for the off-spinner, claiming just seven wickets in nine games at an average of 40.43 and an economy rate of 9.13. He was also dropped from the playing XI.

Ashwin started off his IPL career at CSK in 2009 and played a key role in the team’s title wins in 2010 and 2011. He was associated with the Chennai-based franchise till 2015 before joining the now-defunct Rising Pune Super Giants, followed by stints with the Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Rajasthan Royals.

Overall, Ashwin played 221 IPL matches and picked up 187 wickets at an economy rate of 7.20 with the best figures of 4/34.