Ayush Mhatre is a 17-year-old Indian cricketer from Mumbai, known for his impressive performances in domestic cricket. He is a right-handed opening batter and occasional off-spinner. Recently, he has been signed by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as a replacement for Ruturaj Gaikwad in the 2025 IPL season.
Who is Ayush Mhatre
- Born on July 16, 2007, in Virar, Mumbai.
- Comes from a humble background and credits his grandfather, Laxmikant Naik, for his early cricketing journey.
- Began playing cricket at the age of six and realized his potential at 15.
- Idolizes Rohit Sharma and has modeled his batting style on him.
Domestic Stats and Records
First-Class Cricket: Made his debut for Mumbai in the 2024-25 Irani Cup. In 9 matches, he has scored 504 runs at an average of 31.50, including two centuries, with a highest score of 176.
List A Cricket: Played 7 matches, amassing 458 runs at an average of 65.42 and a strike rate of 135.50. His standout performance was a record-breaking knock of 181 runs off 117 balls against Nagaland in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, making him the youngest player to score over 150 in men’s List A cricket.
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Represented India U-19 in the Asia Cup in 2024, scoring 176 runs across five matches at an average of 44.
IPL Opportunity
Despite going unsold in the IPL auction earlier this year, Ayush’s consistent domestic performances earned him a mid-season call-up by CSK after trials. He will join the team for their match against Mumbai Indians on April 20, offering CSK a promising top-order option.
Playing Style
Ayush is known for his technical soundness and composure at the crease. His game emphasizes timing and placement over brute power, making him an ideal fit for the top order.
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With his rapid rise through domestic cricket and now an IPL opportunity, Ayush Mhatre is regarded as one of India’s most promising young talents.
