Mumbai’s Ayush Mhatre etched his name into the history books on Tuesday, becoming the youngest player to score over 150 runs in List A cricket. The 17-year-old prodigy achieved this feat during a Vijay Hazare Trophy clash against Nagaland, surpassing the previous record set by India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal.
At just 17 years and 168 days, Mhatre outshined Jaiswal’s mark of 17 years and 291 days. Back in 2019, Jaiswal had set the record while playing for Mumbai against Jharkhand. Mhatre’s blistering 181 off just 117 balls included 15 fours and 11 towering sixes, propelling Mumbai to an intimidating total of 403 for seven in 50 overs.
A Rising Star from Virar
Born and raised in the Virar suburb of Mumbai, Mhatre has been a revelation since debuting for the domestic giants earlier this season. His consistent performances across formats have made him a mainstay for the team.
He was part of the Irani Cup-winning Mumbai side that ended a 27-year drought by defeating Rest of India in October. On his Ranji Trophy debut, Mhatre displayed his potential with a steady 52 off 71 balls, although Mumbai fell short against Baroda in their opener.
Building Momentum in Domestic Cricket
Mhatre’s season has been a mix of brilliance and resilience. Following his debut, he played a match-winning 176 against Maharashtra, an innings laced with 22 fours and four sixes. Mumbai cruised to a nine-wicket victory thanks to his heroics.
Though he had quieter outings against Tripura and Odisha, Mhatre rebounded with a second first-class century against Services, scoring 116 runs off 149 balls. This knock solidified his position as one of the brightest young talents in Indian cricket.
Shining on the International Stage
Mhatre’s form earned him a spot in the India U-19 squad for the Asia Cup. He contributed with fifties against Japan and UAE before falling short in the final, where India lost to Bangladesh. His performances showcased his ability to handle pressure on the international stage.
After missing Mumbai’s Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title triumph, Mhatre returned to the Vijay Hazare Trophy in style. He smashed a fluent 78 in a high-scoring encounter against Karnataka, further underlining his capabilities in the 50-over format.
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