New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- India's veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is set to become the first capped male Indian player to participate in the Big Bash League (BBL), with four clubs vying for his services for the latter stages of the season.

According to ESPNcricinfo, Sydney Thunder, Hobart Hurricanes, Sydney Sixers, and Adelaide Strikers are the four teams chasing Ashwin's signature in what is set to be a significant coup for the BBL.

Thunder and Hurricanes are reportedly the frontrunners to sign Indian cricket legend R Ashwin, with a deal potentially being finalised soon.

The 2025-26 Big Bash League (BBL) season is scheduled to start on December 14, 2025, with the final match to be played on January 25, 2026.

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