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Teenage Prodigy Ayush Mhatre Captains Mumbai Cricket Team
17 Aug
Summary
- 18-year-old Ayush Mhatre captains Mumbai cricket team
- Mhatre led India U-19 team in recent tours and may captain at U-19 World Cup
- Learned from MS Dhoni to stay calm and make smart decisions on the field
On August 17, 2025, 18-year-old Ayush Mhatre is preparing to lead the Mumbai cricket team in their opening fixture of the Buchi Babu All India Cricket Tournament. Despite his young age, Mhatre has been entrusted with the responsibility of captaining the team.
Mhatre is no stranger to captaincy, having led the India U-19 side in recent tours to England and Australia. He may also be given the opportunity to captain the Indian team at the U-19 World Cup next year. Mhatre believes that the added responsibility of captaincy has improved his overall game, making him more alert and involved in the match situations.
Mhatre has also learned valuable lessons from the legendary MS Dhoni, with whom he played for the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League last season. Mhatre says he has learned from Dhoni to stay calm in any situation and make smart decisions on the field without being overly aggressive.
As a batter, Mhatre is known for his aggressive approach, and he plans to continue this style of play in the multi-day format. He is confident in his abilities and believes that his strength lies in his aggressive cricket, which he aims to use to score runs for his team.
