Mukul Choudhary Hits 36 Sixes in One Innings, Dreams of MS Dhoni
Mukul Choudhary produced a match-winning cameo at Eden Gardens. The 21-year-old from Jhunjhunu struck a 27-ball 57 with seven sixes to seal a last-over victory for Lucknow Super Giants against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Calm in the final over
The finishing sequence came off Vaibhav Arora in the final over. Mukul negotiated yorkers, waited for the right delivery, and hit the winning runs.
He raised both arms as teammates rushed from the dugout to celebrate. Captain Rishabh Pant embraced him after the game.
Hard work behind the power
Mukul trains out of Sikar in Rajasthan and often practices on black soil. Adapting to red-soil wickets became a deliberate focus.
He travelled to Udaipur and Nathdwara for red-soil practice. The journeys were nearly 500 km by bus, sometimes done three times a week.
Record domestic hitting
Mukul Choudhary Hits 36 Sixes in One Innings during a T20 game while training with his coach. That innings drew attention long before his IPL breakthrough.
Coach Chandrapal Singh told Filmogaz.com that Mukul accepted the demanding travel and practice routine. The coach highlighted the batter’s willingness to leave his comfort zone.
Domestic form and IPL rise
Mukul scored 173 runs in five innings in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025–26. He did so at a striking rate of 198.85.
Lucknow Super Giants signed him at the IPL 2026 auction for Rs 2.60 crore. His Under-23 performances helped earn that contract.
Technique and preparation
Coaching staff say his power comes from bat swing, footwork, and reach. He has built bat speed through repetition.
Mukul reports practising 100–150 sixes daily. He trained intensively for five to six months to make the shot a reliable option.
Team-first attitude
Chandrapal described Mukul as a selfless player. He often asks how he can help the team win.
The coach compared Mukul’s muscular hitting style to players like Andre Russell and Kieron Pollard. He praised Mukul’s mindset and commitment.
Idol and aspirations
One of Mukul’s seven sixes at Eden Gardens resembled MS Dhoni’s helicopter shot. The strike drew a roaring response from the crowd and teammates.
He expressed Dreams of MS Dhoni and the desire to meet his idol. Mukul said he wants to finish matches and help his side win, mirroring Dhoni’s role.
Fixtures ahead
- Gujarat Titans — upcoming Sunday
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru — April 15
- Punjab Kings — April 19
- Rajasthan Royals — April 22
- Kolkata Knight Riders — April 26
- Mumbai Indians — May 4
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru — May 7
- Chennai Super Kings — May 10
Fans will watch whether Mukul can sustain this impact across the season. His blend of power, practice, and temperament will be tested further.
