Sun Nov 24 13:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Ashwin Returns to CSK for Rs 9.75 Crore in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

**Jeddah, Saudi Arabia –** Veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has rejoined the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for a hefty Rs 9.75 crore in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction held in Jeddah on Sunday. The deal marks a homecoming for Ashwin, who initially rose to prominence with CSK from 2009 to 2015. He was released by the Rajasthan Royals earlier this year after playing for them in the 2024 season. Despite a bidding war involving the Royals, CSK secured Ashwin’s services. The Royals, having used their Right to Match (RTM) card, were unable to counter CSK’s final bid. With 212 IPL appearances, Ashwin is the most experienced player in this year’s auction. He was part of Set 4, featuring capped all-rounders, and had a base price of Rs 2 crore.

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