US EditionMy Intent in Video Was to Talk About Brevis’ Batting, Not About His IPL Signing Amount: Ashwin
Chennai Super Kings stated Dewald Brevis was signed for INR 2.2 crore under IPL rules as a replacement player amid claims of extra payment by Ravichandran Ashwin.
- On August 16, 2025, Chennai Super Kings issued a statement clarifying Dewald Brevis' signing as an IPL 2025 replacement player complied fully with league rules.
- The clarification followed controversy sparked by Ravi Ashwin's remarks suggesting CSK was willing to pay Brevis more than the stipulated replacement fee.
- In April 2025, Brevis was acquired by Chennai Super Kings for INR 2.2 crore to fill the spot of Gurjapneet Singh, a fast bowler who had sustained an injury; Singh had initially been purchased at the same price during the IPL auction.
- Ashwin lauded Brevis as an exceptional player and highlighted his impressive batting form, stating that Chennai Super Kings made an excellent decision in acquiring him, while also affirming that no errors were made by any of the parties involved.
- The event underscored IPL’s rules on replacement players, showcased Brevis’ valuable contribution to CSK, and sparked discussions regarding Ashwin’s potential desire to part ways with the team.
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Ravi Ashwin clarifies his remarks on Dewald Brevis after CSK's statement on signing Proteas star
Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Ravi Ashwin has clarified his remarks on Dewald Brevis following the Chennai Super Kings statement on signing the Proteas star. CSK had denied Ashwin's claims that the franchise was "ready to pay" more to Brevis than the stipulated amount for signing him as an injury replacement for Gurjapneet Singh. Following Ashwin's claims, CSK had put out an official statement on social media, stating that the singing was in …
My intent in video was to talk about Brevis’ batting, not about his IPL signing amount: Ashwin
Senior spinner R Ashwin has clarified his statement about the signing of Dewald Brevis by Chennai Super Kings, asserting that his focal point was the South African’s batting performance and not the price at which he was acquired midway through IPL 2025.
Dewald Brevis was signed by Chennai Super Kings as an injury replacement during IPL 2025. Ravichandran Ashwin made such a statement regarding Dewald Brevis joining the team, which created controversy.
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'My intent in video was to talk about Brevis’ batting' - News Today
Senior spinner R Ashwin has clarified his statement about the signing of Dewald Brevis by Chennai Super Kings, asserting that his focal point was the South African’s batting performance and not the price at which he was acquired midway through IPL 2025. A controversy erupted when Ashwin, currently in the CSK roster, hinted in his YouTube channel that the five-time IPL champions were willing to pay “extra” to avail Brevis’ services. His comments…
My intention in video was to talk about Brevis's batting, not about his IPL signing amount: Ashwin
Senior Spinner R Ashwin has clarified his statement about the signing of Dewald Brevis by Chennai Super Kings and claimed that his focal point was the impact performance of the South African and not the prize against which he was taken over halfway through IPL 2025. A controversy broke out when Ashwin, currently in the […]
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