Former cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Cheteshwar Pujara praised young batters Ayush Mhatre and Priyansh Arya for their fearless batting style. Priyansh Arya’s aggressive start in Punjab Kings’ chase against Chennai Super Kings was highlighted. He swiftly accumulated runs, showcasing a modern T20 strategy by attacking from the outset.
Arya’s quickfire 39 off 11 balls at a staggering strike rate of 355 set the tone for Punjab Kings’ chase. His ability to pick lengths early and strike boundaries consistently impressed Pujara. Gavaskar pointed out CSK’s bowling concerns, emphasizing the need for high scores due to the depth in batting lineups across teams.
Ayush Mhatre’s explosive 73 off 43 deliveries for CSK was commended by Gavaskar. He suggested that Mhatre’s ideal batting position could be at number three, praising the young player’s resilient mindset and focus on the present rather than dwelling on past performances.
