MUMBAI: In a heartwarming gesture that bridges two generations of Indian cricket, legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar personally hosted India’s U-19 World Cup-winning captain, Ayush Mhatre, at his residence. To honor the young leader’s recent triumph, the “Master Blaster” presented him with a priceless souvenir—the jersey Tendulkar wore during his historic farewell Test series.
India recently clinched their sixth U-19 World Cup title under Mhatre’s clinical leadership, sparking celebrations across the nation. Tendulkar, known for mentoring emerging talents, invited the young captain to congratulate him on the achievement.
Taking to social media to share his excitement, Ayush Mhatre described the meeting as a surreal moment. “Standing next to my idol and receiving a jersey he actually wore is something I could only dream of. His words of encouragement mean more to me than the trophy itself,” Mhatre stated.
