The 17-year-old Mumbai-based cricketer made his domestic debut in 2024 and quickly rose to prominence with outstanding performances in the Ranji Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy.
Mhatre’s excellent qualities have not gone ignored by CSK scouts, resulting in the opportunity.
Mhatre has previously been to CSK trials. Mhatre had previously participated in a CSK trial, but he was not purchased at the IPL 2025 mega auction. However, CSK MD and CEO Kasi Viswanathan has noticed his talent and told The Times of India, “Yes, we’ve called him for trials.” Our talent scouts have been impressed by him.”
Managing a team Managing the batting crisis for CSK With Ruturaj Gaikwad taking the third spot, CSK are already dealing with a top-order crisis in IPL 2025. Rachin Ravindra and Rahul Tripathi, the openers, have not performed well as a duo thus far. Devon Conway should be moved up in the batting order, according to some suggestions. CSK are seventh in the IPL 2025 points table with three victories and two losses. In the midst of this crisis, Mhatre’s inclusion may be able to give the team some new life and enthusiasm.
Statistics
The impressive domestic performance of Mhatre In the 2024/25 Vijay Hazare Trophy, Mumbai’s top run-scorer was Aayush Mhatre. He made his Mumbai debut in the 2024 Irani Trophy and was selected for the starting XI of the Ranji Trophy. In addition to two centuries in the Ranji Trophy, his incredible consistency resulted in two centuries and fifty in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. In List A cricket, Mhatre currently has an average of over 65.
Particulars of the trial Mhatre can be recruited by CSK. CSK, on the other hand, have made it clear that they may not include Mhatre in their team for the upcoming season. “No, we’ll do that if it’s needed. “It’s just a trial, we’re not picking anyone,” Viswanathan added. Unless there is an injury or departure from the main squad, franchises cannot sign players after the start of the season under the IPL rules.