Murugan Ashwin

Murugan Ashwin is a Leg break googly Bowler, who was born on Sep 08, 1990, and has played for India Red, South Zone, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, Mumbai Indians, Tamil Nadu, Jammu and Kashmir, Rising Pune Supergiant, SKM Salem Spartans, Chepauk Super Gillies, Siechem Madurai Panthers, Dindigul Dragons, Chandigarh, Swaraj CC, Leisure Zone teams so far.

In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Murugan Ashwin has taken 35 wickets in 44 matches and 44 innings.

In the latest List A encounter in Vijay Hazare Trophy, 2025/26 against Uttar Pradesh at Niranjan Shah Stadium Ground C, Rajkot on Jan 03, 2026, the bowler delivered a disciplined spell, showcasing control and tactical awareness. Bowling 9 overs, Murugan Ashwin picked up 1 wickets while conceding 79 runs at an economy rate of 8.77.

Operating during key phases of the innings, Murugan Ashwin maintained tight lines and lengths, making it difficult for batters to score freely. Murugan Ashwin delivered a key breakthrough by dismissing Rinku Singh (C), putting the team in control.

The performance came during the Vijay Hazare Trophy, 2025/26, where conditions often demand adaptability and precision. Murugan Ashwin ability to mix pace and extract assistance from the surface played a key role in restricting the opposition.

Even when wickets didn’t come in clusters, Murugan Ashwin spell ensured scoreboard pressure was maintained.