Former CSK player Anirudha Srikkanth has criticised R Ashwin for publicly discussing teammate Dewald Brevis’ contract, deeming it inappropriate for a current player to do so. Ashwin's comments about CSK potentially paying extra for Brevis in IPL 2025 sparked controversy, leading to a clarification from the franchise. While Ashwin defended his remarks, Anirudha emphasized the sensitivity of contract discussions among teammates.
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