Ravichandran Ashwin Returns to Wear Indian Jersey Again, to Play Hong Kong Sixes 2025
- Ravichandran Ashwin, who recently retired from all forms of cricket, will represent Team India in the Hong Kong Sixes 2025.
- The tournament will be played from November 7–9 in Hong Kong.
- Ashwin joins other Indian stars for the six-a-side format despite IPL and international retirement.
- Cricket Hong Kong confirmed the news via their official social media handle, X.
In a surprising yet exciting development for cricket fans, Ravichandran Ashwin, one of India’s most celebrated cricketers, is set to return to the field once again. Despite announcing his retirement from all forms of cricket earlier this year, Ashwin will represent Team India at the upcoming Hong Kong Sixes tournament, scheduled from November 7–9, 2025.
The announcement was made official by Cricket Hong Kong through their social media handle, sparking immediate buzz among fans and cricketing circles. For a player who has had an illustrious career across formats and recently bid farewell to international cricket as well as the Indian Premier League (IPL), this comeback—albeit in a shorter format—marks another chapter in his ever-evolving cricket journey.
Ashwin’s Post-Retirement Twist
Ashwin retired earlier in 2025, closing the curtains on a career that made him one of India’s greatest match-winners. Known for his guile, tactical nous, and game awareness, the off-spinner played a vital role in India’s successes in both Test cricket and limited-overs formats.
His decision to now participate in the Hong Kong Sixes highlights a growing trend among retired cricketers to experiment with alternative cricket formats and global franchise-style tournaments.
Fans had bid him an emotional goodbye during his IPL exit, but the spinner’s return—albeit in a different avatar—has reignited excitement.
The Hong Kong Sixes Format
The Hong Kong Sixes is one of cricket’s most entertaining formats. Played with six players per side and featuring five-over innings, the tournament offers thrilling, high-octane action where boundaries flow freely and bowlers face an ultimate challenge.
With Ashwin’s inclusion, India’s squad gets both experience and flair, as the veteran brings tactical acumen that could prove vital in crunch moments. He will be playing alongside other big names from Indian cricket, although the final squad list is expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.
A Unique Opportunity for Fans
For Indian cricket fans, the sight of Ashwin in the blue jersey once again will be an emotional moment. His legacy as one of India’s most successful spinners remains untouched, but this fun, festival-style event allows him to showcase his skills in a lighter yet competitive setting.
Cricket Hong Kong’s official statement read:
“We are delighted to announce that Ravichandran Ashwin will represent Team India in the Hong Kong Sixes 2025. His presence adds immense value and excitement to the tournament.”
Ashwin’s Wider Plans
Ashwin had hinted at exploring different leagues post-retirement, and his participation in the Hong Kong Sixes seems to be the first step in that direction. With T10 and Sixes cricket gaining popularity, fans could see more of their retired heroes making cameo appearances in such formats.
Whether this is a one-off appearance or the start of a post-retirement global journey for Ashwin remains to be seen, but one thing is certain—his competitive spirit is far from finished.
