India defeated Pakistan by 64 runs in their opening ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 clash. Despite a strong spin attack, former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin predicts India may struggle against stronger teams like Australia and England due to a lack of power-hitting.
Ravichandran Ashwin lauded 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his 44 off 21 balls in a tri-series match in Sri Lanka. The youngster displayed power and control, impressing Ashwin with his strokeplay. The match was eventually called off due to rain.
Ravichandran Ashwin has criticized Rishabh Pant's aggressive batting style, particularly his tendency to get out in the 80s and 90s. Ashwin believes Pant needs to show more game awareness and convert his promising scores into centuries for the benefit of the team.
With Ravindra Jadeja out, India's one-off Test vs Afghanistan highlights emerging talent. Ravichandran Ashwin is eager to watch all-rounder Harsh Dubey, who has impressed in domestic and IPL cricket. Kuldeep Yadav is expected to lead the spin attack.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 96 off 47 balls wasn't enough for Rajasthan Royals to reach the IPL 2026 final, as they lost to Gujarat Titans by 7 wickets despite posting 214/6.
Rajat Patidar's unbeaten 93 off 33 balls, with 9 sixes and 5 boundaries, led RCB to a record 254/5 in IPL Qualifier 1, defeating Gujarat Titans by 92 runs. R Ashwin praised Patidar's batting, notably a backfoot six off Kagiso Rabada as potentially the 'shot of the tournament'.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill deserves a T20I spot despite intense competition from young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya, and established players like Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma. Ashwin highlighted India's deep talent pool, noting that players like KL Rahul are sometimes overlooked.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Shubman Gill deserves a T20I spot despite fierce competition from young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya, and established players like Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Chennai Super Kings must invest in quality cricketers and a balanced squad for future IPL seasons, stating the team can no longer rely on MS Dhoni-era strategies. He highlighted the need for experienced bowlers and spinners, and a squad suited to Chepauk's conditions.
Ravichandran Ashwin believes Chennai Super Kings must invest in quality cricketers and rethink their squad building after a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign. He stated the team can no longer rely on MS Dhoni's past methods and needs a blend of youth and experience, suited to Chepauk's conditions.
Ravichandran Ashwin has defended Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, urging fans to stop abusing him after the team's IPL 2026 playoff exit. Ashwin highlighted Gaikwad's potential and the increased competitiveness of the IPL.
Virat Kohli stated he won't play if he has to constantly prove his worth, prompting Ravichandran Ashwin to back him, saying Kohli has nothing left to prove.
Ravichandran Ashwin criticizes Punjab Kings' decision to split home matches between Mullanpur and Dharamsala in IPL 2026, suggesting it disrupted their rhythm and contributed to their five-match losing streak. He highlights the venue change's impact on batting adaptation, especially in Dharamsala.
Ravichandran Ashwin defended Hardik Pandya's captaincy for Mumbai Indians' disappointing IPL 2026 campaign, stating it's unfair to solely blame him. Ashwin highlighted the team's collective failure and the difficulty of replacing Rohit Sharma.
Ravichandran Ashwin defended Hardik Pandya, stating it's unfair to blame him solely for Mumbai Indians' disappointing IPL 2026 campaign. Ashwin highlighted the team's collective failure and the difficulty of replacing Rohit Sharma as captain.
Ravichandran Ashwin demands DRS rule change after a controversial final-ball incident in IPL 2026 match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians, where Punjab was denied a leg-bye despite successfully overturning an lbw decision.
Chennai Super Kings pacer Anshul Kamboj meets his viral doppelganger, a security guard who went viral during Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's oath-taking ceremony, sparking memes and jokes on social media.
Dinesh Karthik's high praise for Bhuvneshwar Kumar has resurfaced after the pacer's match-winning IPL 2026 performance. Kumar's stellar 4/23 against Mumbai Indians, followed by a crucial batting cameo, has reignited calls for his T20I return, with Ravichandran Ashwin backing the 'BringBackBhuvi' campaign. He currently leads the Purple Cap race.
Ravichandran Ashwin advocates for Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to India's T20I squad following his stellar all-round display for RCB. Kumar's exceptional bowling, and a crucial six in the final over, impressed Ashwin, who highlighted his ability to perform under pressure. Kumar currently leads the Purple Cap race, showcasing consistent wicket-taking prowess.
Ravichandran Ashwin has lauded Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a "box-office player" with the potential to represent India in all three formats. Despite RR's loss, Sooryavanshi impressed with his fearless batting, scoring 440 runs at a strike rate of 236.56 this IPL season.
Ravichandran Ashwin has lauded Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a "box-office player" with the potential to represent India in all three formats. Despite RR's loss, Sooryavanshi impressed with his fearless batting, scoring 440 runs at a strike rate of 236.56 this IPL season.
Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his IPL 2026 playoff predictions. Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are nearly confirmed for the playoffs. Chennai Super Kings must win all their remaining matches to have a chance. Gujarat Titans, Rajasthan Royals, and Punjab Kings will compete for the other spots. Net run rate is crucial for Chennai's qualification hopes.
Ravichandran Ashwin recounted a memorable moment from his early career when his exuberant celebration after dismissing MS Dhoni in the Challenger Trophy visibly irked the former captain. Ashwin explained his dream of taking Dhoni's wicket, which he believed would open doors for him at CSK. This pivotal moment indeed paved the way for his eventual success with the franchise.
Punjab Kings suffered a costly fielding collapse against Sunrisers Hyderabad, dropping three catches and missing a stumping. These errors allowed Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen to score heavily, setting up a formidable total. Ravichandran Ashwin attributed the sloppiness to tricky outfield conditions and unexpected bounce at the Hyderabad stadium, impacting the team's performance.
