In IPL 2025 Chennai Super Kings ready to welcome super star Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin could make a much-anticipated return to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Recently released by Rajasthan Royals during the IPL 2025 Retention day, Ashwin will be back in the auction pool. His departure from Rajasthan opens the door for CSK, who are expected to place a bid to bring back their former star.
CSK have retained their core group of players and will enter the auction with a budget of Rs 55 crore. While Rishabh Pant has been linked to CSK, it’s unlikely that the franchise will spend Rs 25 crore on a single player, given their current financial strategy.
Ashwin, who is not only a top spinner but also capable of playing important late-order shots, is expected to attract moderate demand in the auction. His experience and versatility make him a valuable asset, and teams will be eager to secure his services.
Ashwin was a key part of CSK until 2015 before moving to other teams. After a three-year stint with Rajasthan Royals, which began with the IPL 2022 Mega Auction, he is now tipped for a return to CSK, where he enjoyed significant success earlier in his career.