For young cricketer Ayush Mhatre, a significant moment came when renowned player Sachin Tendulkar presented him with a signed Test jersey from his last International series. This encounter symbolized a connection between generations and a transfer of inspiration.
Sachin Tendulkar gifts signed jersey from his last Test series to Ayush Mhatre
After leading the India Under-19 team to their sixth U19 World Cup title in Zimbabwe, Mhatre returned home to great appreciation. The team outperformed the England Under-19 squad in a tense final, highlighting Mhatre’s steady leadership and strategic skills throughout the event.
While praise came from fans and experts, the personal recognition from Tendulkar was unmatched. The cricketing icon honored Mhatre in a meaningful way, sharing a piece of his own legacy.
The significance of the gift was deeply personal, as Tendulkar explained that the jersey was worn during his final Test series, symbolizing the end of one phase and the beginning of another. He also included a handwritten note, encouraging Mhatre to remain humble and focused despite increasing attention.
“Keep working hard. Focus. Don’t get carried away by people. Keep practising,” Tendulkar advised in a video shared online.
“There will be plenty of distractions, whatever they may be. Dear Ayush, wishing you all the success in your career,” added the former Indian captain.
Here’s the video:
