The recent ILT20 auction has left many fans and cricket experts stunned when the legendary Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was not sold.
The test Stalwart entered the auction in the first round with the basic price of $ 120,000, but no franchise offer for him-development, which many shocked, because of his huge experience and proven versatile capabilities with Bat and Ball. Ashwin’s record in the T20 home leagues, associated with its leadership, has historically made a valuable contribution to each team. Despite his mandate, he found himself in an overview of the high -profile UAE tournament.
While the fans speculated for possible reasons, the former New Zealand cricket Simon Doull offered some overview during the live auction auction on YouTube. Doull suggested that Ashwin could voluntarily pull out of the auction after he was ignored in the first round. Although it was not officially verified, Doull noted that if it were true, the decision would be surprising.
“We hear that he may have pulled out of the auction, which is a huge surprise. I think you have to read the room,” Doull said.
Doull claimed that such a step could be considered a short -sighted, given that the franchises could be interested in signing it in later rounds.
“You have to understand what is happening there, and all the money remains when there are 3-4 teams with more than $ 400,000 in their bank. I don’t think they came here and didn’t want to spend money there.
Planning conflicts could be a factor
Another possible explanation is planning. ILT20, which runs from 2 to 4 January, overlaps with the Australian big Bash League (BBL), which starts on 14 December and continues until January 25. Ashwin is confirmed that he has Signed with Sydney Thunder For the upcoming season.
Given the overlap, it is likely that Ashwin has decided from ILT20 to avoid excessive introduction and physical tension in traveling between UAE and Australia for the back of his back. Given his age and workload managed as the leading Indian cricket, BBL preferring BBL is a strategic choice to maintain form and fitness.
Finally, Ashwin remains a world -class spinner, and as an experienced versatile player there is no doubt. His absence in the auction Ilt20 may have lifted his eyebrows, but his presence in BBL ensures that cricket fans will continue to witness their craft on the pitch.
– ends
Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
October 2, 2025
Tune
