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R Ashwin ruled out of BBL
Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has been ruled out of the upcoming Big Bash League after suffering an injury to his knee while training in Chennai. The legendary player had one more milestone in his career, becoming the first nationally capped Indian man to play in Australia’s Big Bash League (BBL), but those hopes have been shattered for now.
"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 stated in a statement.
"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."
The upcoming season of the Big Bash League is scheduled to begin on December 14, and Sydney Thunder start their BBL|15 campaign on December 16 by facing the Hobart Hurricanes on December 16.
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