Veteran outside storyteller and former Indian cricket player Ravichandran Ashwin took a firm position in the middle of an increasing controversy linked to the content shared on its YouTube channel during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. This decision comes in the wake of a reaction on a recent video where a guest panelist criticized the selection of the CSK team, in particular the inclusion of the turn of the left arm of Afghanistan Noor Ahmad on the Indian activists seasoned Ashwin himself and Ravira Jadeja.
Controversial episode on Youtube Channel Sparks Debate
The incident that triggered the controversy took place during one of the recent IPL 2025 games in CSK, where the former South African analyst Prasanna AGORAMwho has already worked with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)questioned the logic behind the Noor game. AGORAM’s opinion – broadcast during an episode of match review on Ashwin’s YouTube channel – hinted that CSK may have made an error by ignoring the experience of players like Jadeja and Ashwin in favor of the youngest Afghan Spinner. Although Ashwin himself did not express these opinions, the fact that he was disseminated on his platform led to important speculation and criticism from a section of supporters and circles of the CSK media.
The situation has intensified when Stephen FlemingCSK’s longtime head coach was asked about the video conference after-match after CSK defeat at 25 points Delhi Capitals (DC) in Chepauk on Saturday. Her comment noted CSK’s disinterest in committing to external media stories and aimed to minimize the controversy, although she did not stop the online chatter.
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Ravichandran Ashwin Clarification problems
Sunday, April 7, Ashwin published an official declaration detailed through his article on the YouTube community. In the note, he expressed his concerns about how recent discussions were interpreted and officially announced an intervention with any coverage linked to the CSK on the channel. Ashwin confirmed that his platform refrain from covering any CSK content for the rest of the IPL season.
“Given the nature of the discussions on this forum during last week, we want to be aware of the way things can be interpreted and have chosen to move away from CSK games, both overviews and criticisms, for the rest of this season”, “ Ashwin wrote.
Ashwin has also specified that the comments made by the guests of his program do not reflect his personal opinions and do not reaffirm his commitment to maintaining journalistic integrity and balanced discussion on his platform.
“We appreciate the diversity of the perspectives that occur in our shows and remain determined to guarantee that the conversation remains faithful to the integrity and the aim of the platform that we have established. The opinions expressed by our guests do not reflect the personal opinions of Ashwin “,” The 38 -year -old has also added.
Despite the break linked to the CSK, Ashwin reassured his supporters that the chain would continue to provide in -depth discussions on all other IPL 2025 games and franchises. His team remains determined to provide reflected analysis through the tournament.
“We appreciate all those who carefully engage with the spirit of the show. Your comments continue to help us refine and improve what we have built over the years. “The little advice” will continue with all non-CSK games as usual. Looking forward to attending the rest of this fascinating IPL season with you all “,” Ashwin concluded.