Chennai: Indian cricket is on the verge of retirement. Vijay Shankar retired 2 days ago. Murugan Ashwin has decided to bid farewell to cricket. Not a very big name in international cricket. But this cricketer from Chennai has played for 6 franchises on the IPL stage. Ashwin made his IPL debut in Pune Supergiants jersey. And played his last match in Rajasthan Royals jersey.

Murugan last played domestic cricket for Jammu and Kashmir in the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy. In his social media post, the 35-year-old spinner wrote, ‘Ever since I started playing cricket at the age of 6, I have been deeply in love with the game and it has blessed me immensely. Cricket has made me the person I am today and has given me an opportunity to prove myself and prove my talent on the field. The journey so far has been incredible, and it’s on that note that I want to share an update with you all. I would like to announce that I have decided to end my domestic cricket career and IPL journey. But I am looking forward to new challenges and opportunities.’

Murugan made his IPL debut against Mumbai Indians in MS Dhoni’s Rising Pune Supergiants jersey. He took the wicket of Ambati Rayadu in that match. Even spent 16 runs in his spell of 4 overs. Also was part of Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Mumbai Indians (MI) and Rajasthan Royals (RR). own IPL In his career, Murugan has taken 35 wickets at an average of 33.20 in 44 matches. His economy rate was 8.01 runs per over.

Two days ago, Vijay Shankar suddenly decided to quit cricket. Vijay got a chance in the 2019 ODI World Cup squad. Besides Nidahas trophy winner Indian teamHe was also a member of But in that way Vijay could never match himself in the national team.