Cricket Hong Kong, China, confirmed on September 18 that famed Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin will be a major member of the Indian side for the forthcoming Hong Kong Sixes 2025, which will take place from November 7 to 9. Notably, the Chennai native announced his retirement from international cricket in December 2024, after taking over 700 wickets for India in various formats.
Ashwin, widely considered as one of modern cricket’s best spin bowlers, provides immense experience, depth, and star power to India’s fast-paced, action-packed global tournament campaign.
Since retiring from the IPL, Ashwin has been eyeing a number of global T20 leagues around the world, and the cricketer is almost certain to play in the ILT20 and Big Bash League in the forthcoming tournaments.
“We are proud to welcome R. Ashwin to the Hong Kong Sixes 2025. His presence in Team India elevates the tournament to an even higher level, bringing one of the finest cricketing minds and performers of this era to Hong Kong. The Sixes is about innovation, entertainment, and world-class talent, and Ashwin embodies all of these qualities. We are confident that fans will be treated to a spectacular show of cricket,” said Burji Shroff, Chairperson of Hong Kong Cricket in a statement on Thursday.
“We have all watched the Hong Kong Sixes as youngsters on Television and it has always been an existing format that I wanted to be a part of. This format requires a different strategy and will prove to be high octane, which I am looking forward to playing alongside my ex-teammates. I am also thrilled to compete against some quality players in the opposition teams, it will be a good challenge for us,” said Ashwin.
The Hong Kong Sixes, renowned as the most entertaining and shortest format of cricket, will once again bring together top international stars and rising talent for three days of thrilling, high-octane action.
“R. Ashwin’s inclusion is a huge boost not only for Team India but also for the Hong Kong Sixes as a global property. We are committed to elevating the stature of the tournament, and having an icon like Ashwin participate reflects our vision of bringing the best of world cricket to Hong Kong. Fans are in for an unforgettable experience this November,” said Rajneesh Chopra, co-founder of Arivaa Sports.
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