Table of Contents
- Ashwin X IPL
- Salary & Team Journey
- Batting Statistics (Season by Season)
- Bowling Statistics (Season by Season)
- IPL Retirement
Ashwin X IPL
Ravichandran Ashwin is one of the most intelligent and consistent performers in the history of the Indian Premier League. From starting as a young spinner in 2009 with CSK to becoming a veteran with 221 matches, his IPL career reflects adaptability, resilience, and excellence. With over ₹116.99 crore in total IPL earnings, Ashwin is also one of the Indian Premier League’s top earners, showing his immense value across franchises.
Salary & Team Journey
| Year | Team | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹12 Lakhs |
| 2009 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹12 Lakhs |
| 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹12 Lakhs |
| 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹3.91 Crore |
| 2012 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹3.91 Crore |
| 2013 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹3.91 Crore |
| 2014 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹7.5 Crore |
| 2015 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹7.5 Crore |
| 2016 | Rising Pune Supergiant | ₹7.5 Crore |
| 2017 | Rising Pune Supergiant | ₹7.5 Crore |
| 2018 | Kings XI Punjab | ₹7.6 Crore |
| 2019 | Kings XI Punjab | ₹7.6 Crore |
| 2020 | Delhi Capitals | ₹7.6 Crore |
| 2021 | Delhi Capitals | ₹7.6 Crore |
| 2022 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹5 Crore |
| 2023 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹5 Crore |
| 2024 | Rajasthan Royals | ₹5 Crore |
| 2025 | Chennai Super Kings | ₹9.75 Crore |
💰 Total Earnings: ₹116.99 Crore
➡️ From ₹12 Lakhs in 2008 to ₹9.75 Crore in 2025, Ashwin’s salary journey proves his long-term trust value in IPL.
Batting Statistics (Season by Season)
| Year | Matches | Runs | Highest | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 8.00 | 53.33 |
| 2010 | 12 | 30 | 11* | 7.50 | 75.00 |
| 2011 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 1.00 | 33.33 |
| 2012 | 18 | 18 | 8 | 6.00 | 120.00 |
| 2013 | 18 | 35 | 11* | 8.75 | 71.43 |
| 2014 | 16 | 45 | 14 | 15.00 | 100.00 |
| 2015 | 13 | 52 | 23 | 17.33 | 162.50 |
| 2016 | 14 | 41 | 29 | 20.50 | 107.90 |
| 2018 | 14 | 102 | 45 | 12.75 | 143.70 |
| 2019 | 14 | 42 | 17* | 8.40 | 150.00 |
| 2020 | 15 | 37 | 14* | 12.33 | 108.80 |
| 2021 | 13 | 44 | 20* | 14.66 | 104.80 |
| 2022 | 17 | 191 | 50 | 27.29 | 141.50 |
| 2023 | 13 | 67 | 30 | 11.17 | 131.40 |
| 2024 | 15 | 86 | 29 | 14.33 | 116.20 |
| 2025 | 9 | 33 | 13 | 8.25 | 110.00 |
Batting Highlights
- Only IPL Fifty: 50 (2022, Rajasthan Royals)
- Best Strike Rate: 162.5 (2015, CSK)
- Utility Role: Often played as a lower-order stabilizer and occasional pinch hitter
Bowling Statistics (Season by Season)
| Year | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Average | Economy | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2 | 2 | 2/13 | 6.50 | 3.25 | 12.0 |
| 2010 | 12 | 13 | 3/16 | 22.53 | 6.10 | 22.1 |
| 2011 | 16 | 20 | 3/16 | 19.40 | 6.16 | 18.9 |
| 2012 | 18 | 14 | 3/23 | 30.79 | 6.55 | 28.1 |
| 2013 | 18 | 15 | 2/18 | 26.00 | 6.72 | 23.2 |
| 2014 | 16 | 16 | 3/30 | 27.31 | 7.30 | 22.4 |
| 2015 | 13 | 10 | 2/5 | 22.80 | 5.85 | 23.4 |
| 2016 | 14 | 10 | 4/34 | 31.90 | 7.25 | 26.4 |
| 2018 | 14 | 10 | 2/18 | 41.00 | 8.09 | 30.4 |
| 2019 | 14 | 15 | 3/23 | 26.66 | 7.27 | 22.0 |
| 2020 | 15 | 13 | 3/29 | 30.07 | 7.66 | 23.5 |
| 2021 | 13 | 7 | 2/27 | 47.28 | 7.41 | 38.2 |
| 2022 | 17 | 12 | 3/17 | 41.92 | 7.51 | 33.4 |
| 2023 | 13 | 14 | 2/23 | 26.29 | 7.51 | 21.0 |
| 2024 | 15 | 9 | 3/24 | 51.89 | 8.49 | 36.6 |
| 2025 | 9 | 7 | 2/41 | 40.43 | 9.13 | 26.6 |
Bowling Highlights
- Best Bowling Figures: 4/34 (2016, RPS)
- Most Wickets in a Season: 20 (2011, CSK)
- Economy Strength: Maintained ~7.2 career economy across 17 seasons
- Legacy: 5th highest wicket-taker in IPL history (187 wickets)
IPL Retirement
In 27th August 2025, Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from the IPL after 17 seasons. He finished with:
- Matches: 221
- Wickets: 187
- Runs: 833
- Economy: 7.2
Ashwin’s IPL career is a story of longevity, adaptation, and class. From a young CSK spinner to a seasoned leader across multiple franchises, he leaves behind a legacy as one of the smartest and most reliable bowlers in IPL history.