Badrinath on Mhatre: Not Vaibhav but Still a CSK Star

Listen up, folks! CSK's Subramaniam Badrinath just dropped some wisdom on young Ayush Mhatre after his electrifying 59 off 36 balls against DC. Sure, he’s not quite the Vaibhav Suryavanshi level, but who is? Badrinath loved Mhatre’s bat speed and the partnership with Samson, though he thought swapping him for Dube was a genius move. Smart plays, folks, just like my suits.

Quick rundown

1.Ayush Mhatre's half-century was crucial for CSK's win.

2.Sanju Samson's unique practice routine paid off with a stunning 115*.

3.CSK's strategic substitution brought Shivam Dube for a late innings boost.

4.Badrinath highlights Mhatre's impressive bat speed despite his youth.

5.CSK breaks their losing streak with a thrilling victory at Chepauk.

R Ashwin's take: CSK missed a chance for a bigger score
R Ashwin's take: CSK missed a chance for a bigger score
Ravichandran Ashwin thinks CSK should have retired Ayush Mhatre earlier in their 23-run win over Delhi Capitals on April 11. Mhatre was tired after scoring 59 runs, and Ashwin believes if CSK had taken more risks, they could have reached 240 runs. Sanju Samson shone with a fantastic 115 runs, but Ashwin wants him to keep the momentum going for future matches.
04:50 am on Sunday, 12 April, 2026
Aakash Chopra's Stark Advice: Ruturaj Needs a Power Boost
Aakash Chopra's Stark Advice: Ruturaj Needs a Power Boost
Aakash Chopra’s got his tech specs on Ruturaj Gaikwad after CSK’s IPL 2026 showdown against DC. He’s like, 'Rutu, buddy, you’re swinging slower than my old arc reactor! Time to swap places with Ayush Mhatre and let him open the batting. Your 15 runs off 18 balls? Not cool, man. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson just dropped a century like it’s a new suit design. Talk about a power play!'
05:50 am on Sunday, 12 April, 2026
Srikkanth questions CSK's decision to retire Mhatre early
Srikkanth questions CSK's decision to retire Mhatre early
In IPL 2026, former Indian captain Kris Srikkanth questioned CSK's decision to retire Ayush Mhatre after he scored 59 runs off 36 balls against Delhi Capitals. Srikkanth felt it was unfair, especially since Mhatre was on fire. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson celebrated a comeback with a stunning 115*, leading CSK to their first win of the season despite Ruturaj Gaikwad's struggles.
05:50 am on Sunday, 12 April, 2026
IPL 2026: CSK Roars to Victory Over Delhi Capitals in Match 18
IPL 2026: CSK Roars to Victory Over Delhi Capitals in Match 18
In an electrifying showdown at MA Chidambaram Stadium, the Chennai Super Kings roared to life, defeating the Delhi Capitals by 23 runs in IPL 2026's Match 18! Sanju Samson unleashed a batting spectacle, scoring 115 runs off just 56 balls! With bowlers like Jamie Overton wreaking havoc, the Capitals crumbled to 189. CSK's first win is just the beginning of their quest for glory!
07:35 pm on Saturday, 11 April, 2026
Sanju Samson's epic 115* silences haters in IPL chaos
Sanju Samson's epic 115* silences haters in IPL chaos
Sanju Samson just dropped a 115 bomb on the haters in the IPL 2026 showdown against DC! Like, he was basically a ghost with those single-digit scores before, but now? Total comeback vibes! He hit 4 sixes and 15 fours, flexing a 205.36 strike rate like it’s no biggie. CSK posted 212/2, and Twitter is losing it. Sanju's back, baby!
05:10 pm on Saturday, 11 April, 2026

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