India, Aug. 17 -- Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who is a vital cog in the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), issued a clarification after his comments on Dewald Brevis' acquisition by the franchise caused quite a stir on social media. The five-time champions posted an official statement after Ashwin alleged that the franchise paid an "extra" amount to the South Africa batter, who had a base price of INR 75 lakh in the mega auction. Brevis wasn't picked up in the mega auction. However, he was signed by CSK as an injury replacement for Gurjapneet Singh in the 2025 season.

Following Ashwin's comments and the reaction to them on social media, CSK said that the due procedure was followed, and Brevis was signed keeping all rules and regula...