, Aug. 27 -- Indian star cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has decided he's bowled his last over in the IPL.

The 38-year-old offspinner, who has been part of the league since its early years and remains among its most successful bowlers, announced on Wednesday that he is retiring from the tournament to pursue opportunities in overseas leagues.

The 38-year-old announced his decision on Wednesday morning through a post on social media.

"My time as an IPL cricketer is over. Today begins my time as an explorer of the game across different leagues," Ashwin wrote.

Ashwin departs the IPL as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in its history, with 187 scalps at an economy of 7.2. His journey began with Chennai Super Kings in 2009, where he later lifte...