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Ayush Mhatre, 17, Named Mumbai Ranji Team Vice‑Captain After Surya Kumar Yadav’s Exit
The Mumbai Cricket Association has appointed 17‑year‑old batsman Ayush Mhatre as vice‑captain of the Mumbai Ranji squad, following the departure of star player Surya Kumar Yadav.
The Mumbai Cricket Association announced on Monday that 17‑year‑old batsman Ayush Mhatre has been appointed as the new vice‑captain of the Mumbai Ranji team. The decision comes shortly after the exit of senior player Surya Kumar Yadav from the squad.
Surya Kumar Yadav, a long‑time stalwart of Mumbai’s Ranji side, left the team earlier this month, creating a leadership vacuum. The association confirmed his departure was a personal decision and that the team will continue to build around its remaining talent.
Ayush Mhatre, who has impressed with his performances in age‑group cricket, is being given the vice‑captaincy as part of a broader strategy to nurture young talent. Coaches highlighted his technical proficiency and temperament as key factors behind the appointment.
The move has surprised many cricket followers, but officials said it reflects the association’s confidence in Mhatre’s potential to contribute both on and off the field as Mumbai prepares for the upcoming Ranji Trophy season.
Surya Kumar Yadav, a long‑time stalwart of Mumbai’s Ranji side, left the team earlier this month, creating a leadership vacuum. The association confirmed his departure was a personal decision and that the team will continue to build around its remaining talent.
Ayush Mhatre, who has impressed with his performances in age‑group cricket, is being given the vice‑captaincy as part of a broader strategy to nurture young talent. Coaches highlighted his technical proficiency and temperament as key factors behind the appointment.
The move has surprised many cricket followers, but officials said it reflects the association’s confidence in Mhatre’s potential to contribute both on and off the field as Mumbai prepares for the upcoming Ranji Trophy season.