R Ashwin Set to Play in Both BBL and ILT20 – Double Overseas Assignment for Indian Spin Legend

R Ashwin to Play in Both BBL and ILT20 2025 – Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is all set for a twin overseas stint this year – featuring in both the International League T20 (ILT20) in UAE and the Big Bash League (BBL) in Australia.

Earlier, it seemed like Ashwin would have to choose between the two leagues due to overlapping schedules. But now, fans can expect a double dose of Ashwin’s magic across continents.

Ashwin is ready to rock in both BBL and ILT20

Ashwin Registers for ILT20 Auction

Ashwin has officially registered for the ILT20 auction, which takes place on October 1. Since all six franchises have already completed their direct signings, the legendary spinner will go under the hammer, hoping to attract strong bids.

“I have registered for the auction. Hopefully, one of the six franchises will be interested in bidding for me,” Ashwin confirmed.

BBL Offers on the Table

Meanwhile, Ashwin is in talks with multiple BBL franchises. Offers have come from:

• Sydney Sixers

• Sydney Thunder

• Hobart Hurricanes (led by Ricky Ponting’s influence)

• Adelaide Strikers (Tim Paine connection)

He is expected to sign with one of these teams soon.

Scheduling Challenge

The ILT20 runs from December 2 to January 4, while the BBL kicks off on December 14 and ends on January 25.
➡️ Ashwin is likely to start in UAE for the ILT20 before flying to Australia, where his availability in the BBL may be limited this season.

Retirement Opens Doors For Ashwin

Since Ashwin announced his retirement from the IPL in August 2025, he is now free to play in overseas leagues – something active Indian cricketers under BCCI cannot do.

What’s Next?

Apart from ILT20 and BBL, Ashwin is also considering featuring in Major League Cricket (USA) or The Hundred (UK) in the future.

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FAQs – R Ashwin in BBL & ILT20 2025

Q1. Will R Ashwin play in BBL 2025?
Yes, Ravichandran Ashwin is in talks with multiple BBL franchises like Sydney Sixers, Sydney Thunder, Hobart Hurricanes, and Adelaide Strikers. He is expected to play in BBL 2025.

Q2. Will R Ashwin feature in ILT20 2025?
Yes, Ashwin has registered for the ILT20 auction starting October 1, and he is likely to play in the UAE league this season.

Q3. Why is Ashwin allowed to play in overseas leagues?
After retiring from the IPL in August 2025, Ashwin became eligible to participate in overseas T20 leagues like ILT20, BBL, MLC, and The Hundred.

Q4. Which other leagues can Ashwin play in?
Apart from ILT20 and BBL, Ashwin is also considering Major League Cricket (USA) and The Hundred (UK) in the future.

How Will R Ashwin Manage ILT20 and BBL Schedule?

Step 1: Start with ILT20 in UAE
Ashwin will begin his overseas stint in the UAE, as the ILT20 starts on December 2 and runs till January 4.

Step 2: Transition to BBL in Australia
Once the ILT20 commitments are over, Ashwin will fly to Australia to join his BBL franchise. The BBL starts on December 14 and continues till January 25.

Step 3: Limited Availability in BBL
Since some ILT20 and BBL fixtures overlap, Ashwin is expected to miss the early part of the BBL season. He will be available only for the later matches.

Step 4: Double Overseas Exposure
By playing in both ILT20 and BBL, Ashwin will become one of the few Indian players to feature in back-to-back international leagues in the same season.

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