Ravichandran Ashwin sells himself to CSK in IPL 2025 mock auction, this is the PRICE…
New Delhi: The IPL 2025 mega auction is fast approaching, with 574 players set to go under the hammer on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. One of the key players to watch is India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin, who was not retained by Rajasthan Royals (RR). Ashwin, currently in Perth for India’s five-match Test series against Australia, will be a sought-after prospect in the auction as teams look to strengthen their squads.
Ravichandran Ashwin will be closely monitoring the IPL 2025 mega auction, alongside several other Indian players who were not retained by their franchises. In the lead-up to the event, Ashwin decided to conduct a mock auction on his YouTube channel, offering fans a unique insight into the auction process and the strategies he would employ if he were in the bidding room. This initiative has garnered significant attention as the all-rounder prepares for the real auction in Jeddah.
In his mock IPL auction, Ravichandran Ashwin successfully sold himself to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for a hefty sum of Rs 8.5 crore.
For the record, Ravichandran Ashwin began his IPL career with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2009 and remained with the franchise until the 2015 season. After CSK were banned from the IPL for two seasons, Ashwin played one season for the Rising Pune Supergiants in 2016. His journey with CSK was marked by pivotal performances, showcasing his skills as a dependable spinner and a valuable all-rounder. His return to CSK, even in a mock auction, stirred memories of his influential role in the franchise’s successes.
After missing the 2017 season due to injury, Ravichandran Ashwin made a move to Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab) in 2018, where he took on the role of captain. In 2020, he shifted to Delhi Capitals, playing two seasons with the franchise. Following his time with Delhi, Ashwin joined Rajasthan Royals (RR), where he has played for the last three seasons, continuing to bring his experience and skills to the IPL. His journey across multiple franchises has solidified his reputation as a seasoned and versatile player in the league.
There have been reports suggesting that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) might raise the paddle for Ravichandran Ashwin at the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction. Given Ashwin’s strong connection with the franchise, having started his IPL career with CSK and played for them until 2015, the move would make sense.
Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made some key retention decisions ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Franchise icon MS Dhoni was retained as an uncapped player for Rs 4 crore, a symbolic and strategic move given his immense influence within the team. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was retained for Rs 18 crore, cementing his leadership role. The franchise also held on to key players such as Matheesha Pathirana (Rs 13 crore), Ravindra Jadeja (Rs 18 crore), and Shivam Dube (Rs 12 crore), ensuring a strong core for the upcoming season.
CSK Squad in Ashwin’s mock auction:
Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Matheesha Pathirana, Shivam Dube, Devon Conway (RTM), Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram, Sam Curran, Rahul Chahar, T Natarajan, Romario Shepherd, Will O’Rourke, Yash Thakur, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Atharva Taide, Suyash Prabhudesai