‘No bandwidth to play’: R Ashwin reveals reason behind sudden IPL retirement

Ravichandran Ashwin, after retiring from international cricket, has announced his IPL retirement, citing the demanding schedule as a key factor. He expressed admiration for MS Dhoni’s longevity and hinted at exploring opportunities in leagues like The Hundred and SA20. Ashwin, who played 221 IPL matches, is also open to coaching in the future on his own terms.