Wankhede witnessed a heartwarming and fiery cricketing moment during the IPL 2025 clash between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. Seventeen-year-old Ayush Mhatre lit up his home ground with a blistering 32 off just 15 deliveries, which included 4 fours and 2 towering sixes.
Though Mhatre’s innings ended with a smart catch by Mitchell Santner off Rahul Chahar’s bowling, it wasn’t just his knock that won hearts — it was also what followed.
India’s T20 captain and Mumbai Indians senior Suryakumar Yadav walked up to the young CSK batter and gently placed a hand on his shoulder, appreciating the fearless intent shown by the teenager. The gesture, captured live on camera, instantly resonated with fans as a moment of pure sportsmanship and encouragement.
Mhatre’s quickfire knock has already set the internet buzzing, and Suryakumar’s classy reaction made it even more special — a symbol of respect from a senior Indian cricketer to a rising star of the future.
