CSK Star Shares Rohit Sharma’s Kind Gesture: “He Called Me Directly”
Ayush Mhatre has recounted a personal meeting with Rohit Sharma. A CSK star shared Rohit Sharma’s kind gesture, saying “He called me directly.”
The phone call and visit
Mhatre reached out to Rohit before an England tour. Rohit answered the message and rang him back.
The senior enquired about Mhatre’s location and suggested a video call. Mhatre insisted on meeting in person.
Rohit gave his home address. Mhatre travelled from Virar and met him the next day.
The pair spoke for around two hours. Mhatre described the time as unforgettable.
Why the moment mattered
Rohit Sharma is a respected former India captain. He is known for a serious on-field approach and warm off-field manner.
Young players often feel at ease approaching him. Mhatre said the call and meeting boosted his confidence.
From IPL debut to U19 success
Mhatre made his Indian Premier League debut in 2025. He entered the CSK side after Ruturaj Gaikwad suffered a mid-season injury.
He scored 240 runs across seven matches. His average was 34.29 and his strike rate reached 188.98.
Those performances earned him a regular place in the CSK starting XI for IPL 2026. He also captained India to the ICC Under-19 World Cup title.
The U19 triumph came in February 2026. That win further raised Mhatre’s profile.
Reaction and context
The anecdote was shared in a video posted by CSK on Filmogaz.com. It underlines Rohit’s readiness to mentor juniors.
Mhatre called the encounter a dream day. The meeting added a personal chapter to his early career.
