This will also mark Ashwin\u2019s first competitive appearance since announcing his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL) earlier this year, with an aim to explore playing in various franchise T20 leagues around the world.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In December last year, Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket after the drawn Brisbane Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. \u201cWe have all watched the HK Sixes as youngsters on Television and it has always been an existing format that I wanted to be a part of.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis format requires a different strategy and will prove to be high octane, which I am looking forward to playing alongside my ex-teammates. I am also thrilled to compete against some quality players in the opposition teams; it will be a good challenge for us,\u201d said Ashwin in a statement on Thursday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The high-octane tournament had been revived in 2024 after a seven-year hiatus, and Ashwin\u2019s addition for this year\u2019s competition adds more spark. \u201cWe are proud to welcome R. Ashwin to the Hong Kong Sixes 2025. His presence in Team India elevates the tournament to an even higher level, bringing one of the finest cricketing minds and performers of this era to Hong Kong.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe Sixes is about innovation, entertainment, and world-class talent, and Ashwin embodies all of these qualities. We are confident that fans will be treated to a spectacular show of cricket,\u201d said Burji Shroff, Chairperson of Hong Kong Cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The high-octane tournament had been revived in 2024 after a seven-year hiatus, and Ashwin\u2019s addition for this year\u2019s competition adds more spark. \u201cWe are proud to welcome R. Ashwin to the Hong Kong Sixes 2025. His presence in Team India elevates the tournament to an even higher level, bringing one of the finest cricketing minds and performers of this era to Hong Kong.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cArivaa Sports is committed to elevating the stature of the tournament, and having an icon like Ashwin participate reflects our vision of bringing the best of world cricket to Hong Kong. Fans are in for an unforgettable experience this November.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n