Ravichandran Ashwin has reportedly agreed to join the Sydney Thunder for the upcoming Big Bash League season, marking a historic moment as the first high-profile Indian player to participate in the Australian T20 tournament. The 39-year-old off-spinner, who retired from Test cricket last year and recently the Indian Premier League, will join the Thunder following the ILT20 tournament in the United Arab Emirates in early January 2026. The Sydney Thunder are expected to make an official announcement later this week regarding Ashwin 's landmark signing. The veteran spinner will be available to play for the Thunder after January 4, following the conclusion of his commitments in the ILT20 tournament , said a report by CODE Sports in Australia. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenb
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