West Indies veteran batsman Chris Gayle is known for his explosive batting. When he used to come to the crease, the experienced bowlers also looked scared. But former India captain Krishnamachari Srikanth claims that R Ashwin has always been a difficult bowler for Gayle.

Srikanth said during a program in Chennai:
“Chris Gayle can hit any bowler fours and sixes, but when the ball was in Ashwin’s hand, his legs used to tremble.

Ashwin’s record against Chris Gayle in IPL

Ashwin’s hand has been heavy in the match between Chris Gayle and R Ashwin.

In the IPL, Ashwin has dismissed Gayle 5 times.
Gayle has scored just 53 runs in 64 balls against Ashwin.
Gayle has been able to hit only 3 sixes against Ashwin.

Dhoni recognized Ashwin’s talent

Srikanth also said that Mahendra Singh Dhoni first recognized Ashwin’s talent and developed him as a great T20 spinner.

“Ashwin has made great progress in T20 and then in Test cricket.

Ashwin returns to CSK in IPL 2025

About 10 years later, Ashwin is returning to Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
CSK bought him for Rs 9.75 crore in a mega auction held last year.
Fans are excited to see Ashwin in Yellow Jersey this season.