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On Tuesday, November 4, former Indian off-spinner Ravi Ashwin announced that he is all set to miss the upcoming season of the Big Bash League after suffering a knee injury while training in Chennai for the tournament’s preparation.
While the tournament is all set to begin on December 14 this year, Ashwin has confirmed on his social media platforms that he won’t be a part of the tournament as he has undergone an undisclosed procedure and he would need some time to get back to the field.
For the unversed, Ashwin, who announced his international retirement in December 2024 and IPL retirement earlier this year in August, was supposed to represent the Sydney Thunder franchise in his maiden BBL season.
"I was genuinely excited to be a part of this group and play in front of you. For now, it is rehab, recovery and doing the work to come back stronger. From my first chat with the club, I've felt only warmth, from Trent, the staff, the players, and so many of you who already reached out. Thank you for making me feel at home even before a ball has been bowled,” Ashwin wrote to the Australian cricket fans.
"I will be watching all the games, and cheering for both our women's and men's teams. If rehab and travel line up, and only if the doctors are happy, I would love to be around later in the season and say hello in person. No promises. That is the intent,” he added.
"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. From the moment we first spoke with Ash, his commitment to Thunder was clear. We are hopeful of welcoming him into our dugout for part of BBL|15, introducing him to our fans at events and building a long-term relationship. While disappointing for the club, we have built two championship-contending squads and expect to continue the progress of recent seasons in WBBL|11 and BBL|15,” Trent Copeland, Thunder general manager, said.
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