Ravichandran Ashwin’s landmark signing with the Sydney Thunder continues to generate buzz across the cricketing world, even as the Indian spin maestro recovers from a knee injury that has ruled him out of the upcoming BBL|15 season. The Thunder management has confirmed that they are working closely with Ashwin to finalise a revised schedule of activities, depending on his recovery timeline.
Sydney Thunder General Manager Trent Copeland expressed his disappointment over Ashwin’s unavailability but assured fans that the relationship with the Indian great remains strong.
“Everyone at Sydney Thunder was devastated to learn of Ash’s knee injury that has ruled him out of BBL|15, and we wish him well in his recovery,” said Copeland. “From our first conversation, Ash’s commitment to Thunder was evident. We hope to have him in our dugout at some stage this season, engaging with fans and helping build a long-term association with the club.”
ALSO READ: Punjab Cricket Board Rewards Harmanpreet Kaur and Amanjot Kaur For India’s Historic World Cup Triumph
Copeland added that while Ashwin’s absence is a setback, both Thunder squads — men’s and women’s — remain focused on sustaining their championship ambitions in WBBL|11 and BBL|15. “We can’t wait to get back in front of our fans in Western Sydney for two massive campaigns,” he said.
View this post on Instagram
Ashwin, meanwhile, shared his disappointment and gratitude toward the club and supporters. “I’m gutted to miss BBL|15. My focus now is recovery and coming back stronger,” he said. “If rehab and travel plans allow, I’d love to be around the group later in the season and meet the fans. Wishing both Thunder teams a fantastic year ahead.”
ALSO READ: Himachal Pradesh CM Promises Job and ₹1 Crore Reward To Renuka Singh After World Cup Triumph
Sydney Thunder will kick off their BBL|15 campaign against the Hobart Hurricanes on December 16, followed by the highly anticipated Sydney Smash at ENGIE Stadium on December 20.
Sydney Thunder BBL|15 Squad To Date: Wes Agar, Tom Andrews, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings (ENG) Ollie Davies, Lockie Ferguson (NZ), Matthew Gilkes, Chris Green, Ryan Hadley, Shadab Khan (PAK), Sam Konstas, Nathan McAndrew, Blake Nikitaras, Adian O’Connor, Daniel Sams, Tanveer Sangha, David Warner
