Ayush Mhatre surpasses Rohit Sharma, becomes youngest to reach rare milestone with stunning SMAT century
Just 18 years and 135 days old, Mhatre hammered an unbeaten 110 off 53 deliveries to guide Mumbai to a successful chase of 193, making him the youngest player with hundreds in all three formats
š„ A record-breaking knock that lit up the tournament.
Chasing 193, Ayush Mhatre played an innings of a lifetime for Mumbai as they faced Vidarbha at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. The right-handed batsman scored an unbeaten 110 off 53 balls with eight boundaries and eight towering sixes, showcasing some of the best power hitting. Because of his brilliance, Mumbai strolled to a seven-wicket win with more than two overs to spare.
Mhatre’s knock carried historical significance. At 18 years and 135 days, he went past Rohit Sharma’s long-standing record to become the youngest professional cricketer to register centuries in First-Class, List A, and T20 formats. This also places him in a rare league of players who have shown all-format dominance early in their careers.
What stood out was his composure under pressure. Despite Mumbai losing early wickets, Mhatre anchored the chase with maturity and confidence, ensuring there were no hiccups. His performance adds to his rising profile, already strengthened by his leadership role in India’s Under-19 setup and his growing impact at the senior domestic level.
This century has created huge expectations among both fans and critics. Having achieved such a feat at a very young age, Mhatre is now being touted as one of India’s most promising batting prospects, with the potential to shine on the international stage in the years ahead.
