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Ravichandran Ashwin’s tenure in Major League Cricket (MLC) has come to an end as a knee injury forced him out of the tournament.
Just after bowling a few overs in today’s match for San Francisco Unicorns (SFU), the former India spinner injured his right knee.
Ravichandran Ashwin is out of MLC 2026
As Cricbuzz reported, the veteran spinner bowled a few overs before being ruled out of the tournament altogether. The franchise has included experienced Australian spinner Peter Siddle in the team as a replacement.
Ravichandran Ashwin himself issued an official statement regarding the setback he suffered soon after starting a new journey in his franchise cricket career. After retiring from the Indian Premier League (IPL), Ashwin aimed to gain experience in other franchise leagues around the world. He keeps away from his desire due to the worry of repeated injury.
Ravichandran Ashwin released an emotional post.
In an official statement, Ravichandran Ashwin said that it was a disappointing moment for him as he had to end the season early. He thanked all his teammates, staff and everyone who was supporting him.
“I’m disappointed to have the season end early, but unfortunately this injury means this is the right decision. I loved my time with the San Francisco Unicorns and will be cheering on the boys for the rest of the tournament,” Ashwin said in a statement.
“Thank you to my teammates, the coaching staff, everyone in the San Francisco Unicorns organization, and all Unicorns fans for your incredible support,” he said.
R Ashwin has been ruled out of the remainder of MLC 2026 due to a knee injury.
The veteran bowled only 2 overs in his first MLC stint. pic.twitter.com/wRkA6XRTHR
– Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) July 9, 2026
OMLC club San Francisco Unicorns issue official statement on Ravichandran Ashwin’s injury
Major League Cricket club, San Francisco Unicorns also spoke on the occasion. On the club’s part, the team’s general manager mentioned that it was a disappointing moment for them to lose a player like Ashwin, whose performances on and off the field during his short stint with the franchise were beyond the pale.
San Francisco Unicorns general manager of cricket performance Graham Manou said, “It is naturally disappointing to lose a player of Ashwin’s quality and stature to injury midway through the season. In addition to his performances on the field, he has been an excellent professional and a tremendous leader within our group. Ashwin has made a real impact on our entire team, and we wish him every success as he recovers.”
It is noteworthy that the former spinner of Team India was earlier ruled out of debut in the Big Bash League due to knee problem. It is unclear whether it is this fresh injury or a previous injury that has forced him to step away from MLC.
In the two overs that he bowled for San Francisco Unicorns against Texas, Ashwin gave a total of 24 runs without taking any wicket.
