Chennai Super Kings (CSK) off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has opened up about the criticism following the team's poor performances in the IPL 2025 season. Ashwin also lauded Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans for their unwavering support toward their players, even during difficult phases.
Ravichandran Ashwin, who retired from international cricket in December last year, made his comeback in IPL 2025 with Chennai Super Kings. However, he hasn't lived up to expectations so far, as he has taken just five wickets in five matches. Notably, the team also lost four of their first five games in the season.
In a video shared on his YouTube channel, Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about the constructive criticism from fans. Ashwin shared how Dinesh Karthik praised Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans for their loyalty. He stated that criticism should be constructive.
"Talking about fandom, last year, I did an episode of Kutty Stories with Dinesh Karthik. He told me one thing about RCB fandom. He said RCB fans will not let down any of their players at any stage. I agree that fandom is about criticism and keeping it real. But, no player goes out there to make mistakes," Ashwin said on his YouTube show.
"But, you can be constructive with your criticism and trolling. At the same time, there are fans who don't let their players down. I believe they are real fans," he added.
"RCB fans are the best. They back their players even during tough times unlike CSK fans"Ashwin not holding back ? pic.twitter.com/8xpCj8yuY8
— M. (@IconickohIi) April 10, 2025
The Super Kings secured Ashwin for ₹9.75 crore at the IPL 2025 auction. He returned to the team after nearly a decade. Ashwin conceded 48 runs, including 21 in his first over, during the recent match against Punjab Kings (PBKS).
I Am Not Bothered by the Trolling - Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin said that online trolling doesn’t affect him. He added that some criticism can be helpful if it comes from a place of genuine concern.
"Generally, nobody likes losing. Honestly, I am not bothered by the trolling. You are saying 'don't troll and all that, I don't bother about that. If people are talking about you, pointing out your flaws, it can come from a position of meaning well. We can take it as constructive criticism. But, a few people, when they go after you, it is just venom," Ashwin said.
Chennai Super Kings Set to Face Kolkata Knight Riders in Next Game
Chennai Super Kings are second-last on the points table with just one win from five games. After starting their campaign with a victory over the Mumbai Indians (MI), CSK have suffered four consecutive defeats. The Chennai-based team is desperately searching for consistency and the right team combination.
They lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at their home ground, Chepauk, which was once considered a fortress. CSK are now on the verge of recording their worst-ever losing streak in a single IPL season.
The Ruturaj Gaikwad-led team will aim to bounce back when they take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Chepauk on Friday, April 11.
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