India, Sept. 25 -- Ravichandran Ashwin has created history by signing with the Sydney Thunder for BBL 15. With this he has become the first ever Indian male international cricketer to join the tournament. This landmark acquisition comes after Thunder's impressive runs to the 2024-25 final, where they had to bow to the Hobart Hurricanes by seven wickets.

The Thunder demonstrated genuine title credentials in the BBL 2024-25 season under David Warner's leadership.

The Thunder's path to the final included victories of the Melbourne Stars in the Knockout and the Sydney Sixers in the Challenger. This proves the ability of the unit to deliver under pressure.

Ashwin concluded his T20 career with credentials that were established over a decorat...