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Abhinav Mukund on Ashwin's T20 future [Source: @CSKFansOfficial, @mukundabhinav/X.com]
Former cricketer Abhinav Mukund has opined that Ravichandran Ashwin deserves a place in the T20 format. Despite an underwhelming IPL 2025 season, he argues that Ashwin is effective against right-handers in T20s, which makes him a controlled bowler.
Ravi Ashwin had a moment of homecoming this year as he returned to the Chennai Super Kings. However, he failed to leave a significant impact, as in 8 games, the veteran spinner picked up just 5 wickets with an 8.96 economy.
However, Abhinav Mukund still believes that the legendary off-spinner deserves a chance in the T20 format.
R Ashwin Is A Controlled Bowler, Says Mukund
In a chat with ESPN Cricinfo, Abhinav Mukund was analysing Ravichandran Ashwin’s performance in the CSK vs KKR game. He stated that, unlike in Test cricket, Ashwin is effective against right-handed batters in the T20 format.
His variations and control over both left- and right-handers in the shorter format make him an excellent asset for any T20 side, let alone CSK. Mukund also explained that against KKR, he went for 14 runs in his first over, but in 3 overs, he finished with 19 runs.
That being said, CSK are already out of the playoffs as they remain at the bottom of the points table with 3 wins in 12 games.
Harbhajan Singh Blasts CSK Over Ashwin Snub
Chennai Super Kings’ IPL 2025 campaign ended in disappointment, and the fallout has begun. Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh has expressed his frustration over Ashwin’s underuse despite the franchise shelling out INR 9.75 crore to bring him back in the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Ashwin’s lack of game time has left fans and pundits baffled. With CSK now out of the tournament, tough questions are being asked about their team selection.
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