Ravichandran Ashwin has strongly criticised Chennai Super Kings for what he felt was careless handling of Ayush Mhatre’s fitness during their IPL 2026 defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday. The former CSK spinner said he was left shocked by the way the young batter was allowed to continue despite clearly struggling with an injury, calling […]

Mumbai Indians’ struggles in IPL 2026 continued as they suffered a fourth defeat in five matches, going down to Punjab Kings by 7 wickets at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. MI put up 195 on the board, but PBKS chased it down with ease in just 16.3 overs, with Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer leading […]

Former Chennai Super Kings spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has thrown his support behind skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, expressing confidence that the opener will soon find his rhythm with the bat in IPL 2026. Despite a modest start to the season, Gaikwad has led CSK to back-to-back wins, a factor Ashwin believes could ease the pressure and help […]

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed serious concern over Kolkata Knight Riders’ alarming slide in IPL 2026, admitting that the franchise appears short of answers after another disappointing outing. Speaking after KKR’s defeat to Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, Ashwin painted a worrying picture of a side struggling for direction. KKR remain winless after […]

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has hailed Sunrisers Hyderabad left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey after the youngster’s impressive run in IPL 2026. Ashwin said he had tracked Dubey closely during his three-year stint with Rajasthan Royals and even took him on as a net bowler, hoping RR would sign him. That move never materialised, but Ashwin […]

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has questioned Mumbai Indians’ tactical call to bring Mayank Markande into the attack right when Rajat Patidar arrived at the crease, describing it as a puzzling move that favoured Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Ashwin highlighted that Patidar is widely known for his dominance against spin, making the decision even more questionable […]

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed Daryl Mitchell in the ongoing Pakistan Super League debate over Usman Tariq’s unusual bowling action, saying the New Zealand batter was right to pull out when the pause in Tariq’s delivery became disruptive. The controversy unfolded during Quetta Gladiators’ chase against Rawalpindiz on Friday, April 10, when Mitchell found […]

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has pointed out a major concern for the Gujarat Titans as they continue their search for a first win in IPL 2026. According to Ashwin, GT do not have enough Indian batting depth to replace Shahrukh Khan, which is why the management may have to persist with him despite a […]

Spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin has been one of the most insightful voices during IPL 2026 with his sharp tactical analysis, but the veteran has now revealed that a “mentally disturbing” final season with Chennai Super Kings played a major role in his decision to step away from the league. Had things been different, fans might […]

Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said he was surprised to see Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant bat at No. 3 in IPL 2026, but was pleased with the way he handled the chase and stayed through the innings to take his side over the line in a crucial contest. Ashwin felt Pant showed the […]