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From Sachin Tendulkar: From Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli to Sarfaraz Khan, Prithvi Shaw and Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mumbai has long been a crucible for domestic talent, producing cricketing stalwarts who have made their mark on the global stage.

The 17-year-old batter Ayush Mhatre is the latest to join that illustrious list.

On a challenging second day in the Ranji Trophy against Services at the Air Force Ground in Palam, Mumbai’s latest prodigy, Ayush Mhatre, showcased his brilliance with a gritty and commanding knock of 116 runs. Just a day after earning a spot in India’s Under-19 squad for the Asia Cup, the 17-year-old opener from Virar proved that he belongs in the spotlight, even as his team grappled with adversity.