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Ayush Mhatre Replaces Injured Ruturaj Gaikwad in Chennai Super Kings Squad for IPL 2025
CSK Sign Promising Young Mumbai Opener Amid Struggling IPL Campaign
In a bold move to rejuvenate their faltering IPL 2025 campaign, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have signed Ayush Mhatre as a replacement for injured skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, who has been ruled out for the season due to an elbow fracture.
This decision comes at a crucial time for the five-time IPL champions, who are currently positioned at the bottom of the points table with just one win in seven matches. According to franchise sources, Mhatre is expected to join the squad in Mumbai within a couple of days.
Ruturaj Gaikwad Ruled Out: A Major Setback for CSK
Injury Adds to CSK’s Woes in IPL 2025
Ruturaj Gaikwad’s absence due to injury has dealt a significant blow to CSK’s hopes of recovery this season. The young captain had been one of the few bright spots for the team in their otherwise disappointing start, and losing him to an elbow fracture has only intensified their struggles.
CSK currently have just 2 points and are on a five-match losing streak, with their next fixture scheduled against Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Stadium on Monday night.
Ayush Mhatre: A Rising Star from Mumbai Joins MS Dhoni’s Men
Who is Ayush Mhatre?
Ayush Mhatre, just 17 years old, has been hailed as one of the most promising talents in Mumbai’s domestic circuit. Despite going unsold at the IPL auction with a base price of ₹30 lakh, he now finds himself with a golden opportunity to prove his mettle on the biggest T20 stage.
Mhatre’s credentials speak for themselves:
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504 runs in 9 first-class matches with 2 centuries and a fifty
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458 runs in 7 List A matches, including 2 centuries
Mhatre made his first-class debut in October 2024, and since then, he’s been viewed as a future India prospect. His selection came after trials in Chennai, where he competed against Gujarat’s Urvil Patel and Kerala’s Salman Nizar. Interestingly, Prithvi Shaw was also considered but not picked.
“He will join the squad in Mumbai in a couple of days,” a source close to CSK management told Cricbuzz.
Can Mhatre Turn Things Around for CSK?
With the upcoming CSK vs MI match at Wankhede Stadium on April 20, all eyes will be on Ayush Mhatre. Can the young opener bring fresh energy to a team struggling with form and injuries? Only time will tell, but his statistics and talent make him a player to watch.
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