IPL 2025 [WATCH]: Young sensations Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre’s cheeky bat chat steals spotlight after CSK vs RR match

In the high-octane world of IPL 2025, where fierce competition often takes centre stage, a delightful moment of camaraderie emerged between two teenage stars—14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi of Rajasthan Royals and 17-year-old Ayush Mhatre of Chennai Super Kings. Following their recent match, the young talents engaged in a playful and witty conversation about a “bat bargain,” showcasing not just their cricketing prowess but also their light-hearted spirit that resonates with fans beyond the boundary ropes.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre’s fun conversation

Known for his cheeky antics and sharp wit, Vaibhav did not disappoint in a candid interaction captured by Rajasthan Royals’ social media team after their match against CSK. When prompted to ask Ayush for his bat, Vaibhav deadpanned with a straight face, “Are ye apna bhai hai, ye dega nahi…” (He’s my brother, he won’t give it). The exchange quickly turned into a humorous negotiation, with Vaibhav boasting about his reputation, “Ye merese mang raha hai batao… Merese koi bat le pata hai abhi tak batao aap?” (He’s asking me for a bat… Has anyone ever managed to take a bat from me? Tell me!).

This playful banter not only highlighted the bond between the two young players but also reflected Vaibhav’s confident and cheeky personality that has endeared him to fans throughout the tournament.

Here’s the video:

Bat, ball aur Vaibhav ki baatein. Going to miss this 😂💗 pic.twitter.com/ITQ3hw097o

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) May 21, 2025

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Vaibhav and Ayush’s journey so far in IPL 2025

Vaibhav has been one of the standout revelations of IPL 2025. Making his debut against the Lucknow Super Giants, he announced his arrival with a six off the very first ball and went on to score 34 runs. His crowning glory came against Gujarat Titans, where he smashed a blazing 101 off just 38 balls, becoming the youngest centurion in IPL history and recording the second-fastest century in the tournament’s annals. His fearless approach and ability to dominate bowling attacks have made him a key player for Rajasthan Royals, contributing significantly despite the team’s struggles this season.

On the other side, Ayush has been a breath of fresh air for Chennai Super Kings. Brought in as a replacement for the injured Ruturaj Gaikwad, the 17-year-old all-rounder has impressed with aggressive strokeplay, including a standout 94 off 48 balls against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. His intent and ability to accelerate the innings have injected much-needed aggression into CSK’s traditionally orthodox batting lineup, signalling a potential shift in their batting philosophy even as the team battles a tough season.

Their recent match was a microcosm of their contrasting yet complementary styles—Vaibhav’s composed 57 helped Rajasthan Royals chase down 188 with ease, while Ayush’s fiery 43 off 20 balls kept CSK competitive. Despite their teams languishing near the bottom of the points table, these young guns have emerged as bright spots, promising a thrilling future for Indian cricket.

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