
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes Australian pacer Nathan Ellis could be Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) solution for death bowling in IPL 2026. Ashwin praised Ellis's recent performance in the Big Bash League, highlighting his control and wicket-taking ability in crucial overs. Ellis, who was acquired by CSK for Rs 2 crore in IPL 2025 and played one match, is seen by some as a potential replacement for the released Matheesha Pathirana.